3 Pfennige - Frederick August I 1695-1696 front 3 Pfennige - Frederick August I 1695-1696 back
3 Pfennige - Frederick August I 1695-1696 photo

3 Pfennige - Frederick August I

 
Silver - 13.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Issuer
Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) (German States)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733)
Prince elector
Frederick Augustus I (Friedrich August I) (1694-1733)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1695-1696
Years
1695-1696
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96)
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Currency
Thaler (1493-1805)
Composition
Silver
Composition
Silver
Diameter
13.5 mm
Diameter
13.5 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#42701
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 3 in baroque frame divides date.

Interesting fact

The 3 Pfennige coin from the Electorate of Saxony (Albertinian Line) featuring Frederick August I, which was minted between 1695 and 1696, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side of the coin features an image of the king, while the reverse side features a shield with the coat of arms of Saxony, surrounded by a wreath. This design was used for a short period of time before being replaced by a new design, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.