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3 Pfennigs - Christian and Wolrad IV
1622 year| Copper | 1.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | County of Waldeck (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Christian (1588-1637) Volrad IV (Volrath IV) (1588-1640) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1622 |
| Value | 3 Pfennig = 1 Dreier (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1538-1711) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#99869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination with roman numerals within inner circle, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LANTMVNTZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs - Christian and Wolrad IV 1622 coin from County of Waldeck (German States) is that it features a unique combination of religious and political symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of Christian and Wolrad IV, the Counts of Waldeck, while the other side features the coat of arms of the County of Waldeck. This blending of religious and political symbols reflects the complex power dynamics of the time, where the church and state were closely intertwined.
