3 Pfennigs 1620 front 3 Pfennigs 1620 back
3 Pfennigs 1620 photo
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3 Pfennigs

1620 year
Lead - -
Description
Issuer
City of Telgte (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige)
Currency
Pfennig
Composition
Lead
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131947
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value III, date above, all in circle.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 3 Pfennigs 1620 coin from the City of Telgte (German States) made of Lead is interesting because it was issued during a time when lead coins were not commonly used in Germany. In fact, most coins during this period were made of silver or gold. The use of lead in this coin may indicate that it was intended for everyday transactions, as lead was a less valuable material than precious metals. Additionally, the fact that it was issued in a standard circulation denomination of 3 Pfennigs suggests that it was widely used in commerce.