3 Pfennigs 1591 front 3 Pfennigs 1591 back
3 Pfennigs 1591 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

3 Pfennigs

1591 year
Copper - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1591
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄112)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#267234
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value 'III' in circle, date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: BVRSA. D 1591

Interesting fact

The 3 Pfennigs 1591 coin was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin features an image of the Virgin Mary on one side and the coat of arms of the Cathedral chapter of Münster on the other. This coin was likely used in everyday transactions and could have been handled by people from all walks of life, including merchants, farmers, and artisans. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Holy Roman Empire.