3 Pfennigs 1714 front 3 Pfennigs 1714 back
3 Pfennigs 1714 photo
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3 Pfennigs

1714 year
Copper 4.1 g 25.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1714
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄112)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.1 g
Diameter
25.2 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#72051
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

3-line inscription with value and date, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
M·CATHED·ECCLE·MONASTERIENS
III PFEN 1714

Interesting fact

The 3 Pfennigs 1714 coin from the Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles VI, who was trying to reform the Holy Roman Empire and strengthen its economy. The coin's design, which features the coat of arms of the Cathedral chapter of Münster on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the time. Additionally, the fact that it was made of copper, a relatively cheap metal, suggests that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy. Overall, this coin provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political history of early 18th-century Europe.