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3 Pfennigs - Damian Hartard of the Leyen
| Silver | 0.65 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Damian Hartard of the Leyen-Hohengeroldseck (1675-1678) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1676-1677 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with value dividing the date within a frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1676
Comment
IH for Iohann Horcher.Variants: may have no mint mark, and different cross on the orb and different frame on reverse. E.g. 1677
Photo ECapoe
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz is that it features an image of St. Martin on horseback, cutting his cloak to share with a beggar. This design was a common motif on coins from the region during the 17th century, and it symbolizes the values of charity and generosity.
