3 Pfening - Christian Louis II 1752-1755 front 3 Pfening - Christian Louis II 1752-1755 back
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3 Pfening - Christian Louis II

 
Copper 2.45 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Duke
Christian Louis II (Christian Ludwig II) (1747-1756)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1752-1755
Value
3 Pfennig = 1 Dreiling (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1701-1814)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.45 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48681
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Value and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*III*
PFENING
1754
*

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Pfening coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the duchy, which was not commonly seen on coins of this denomination during that time period.