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3 Petermenger - Charles Joseph of Lothringen
| Silver | 2.5 g | 22.9 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Charles Joseph of Lorraine (1711-1715) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1712-1715 |
| Value | 3 Albus = 3 Petermenger (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.9 mm |
| Thickness | 0.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
St. Peter with key and book in clouds, value below, circle surrounds all, date divided above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PETERMENGER 17 - 12
G III G
Translation: GG = Gerhardt Godt
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Petermenger coin is that it was minted during the reign of Charles Joseph of Lothringen, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1712 to 1715. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during this time period, as most coins from this era were made of copper or other base metals. The fact that it was made of silver, which was a more valuable material at the time, suggests that it may have been intended for use in high-value transactions or as a symbol of wealth and power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1712 GG | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Petermenger - Charles Joseph of Lothringen 1712-1715 coin.
