© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
3 Pfennigs - Ferdinand of Bayern
| Silver | 0.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Ferdinand I of Bavaria (Ferdinand I von Bayern) (1612-1650) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1646 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄112) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Titles in legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
PFEN
1641
EPIS. MONAS. BAVA. DVX
Unabridged legend: Episcopus Monasterii Bavariae Dux
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs - Ferdinand of Bayern 1641-1646 from Bishopric of Münster (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). This conflict had a profound impact on the coinage of the time, as many mints were forced to close or operate sporadically, leading to a shortage of coins in circulation. Despite these challenges, the Bishopric of Münster was able to maintain its minting operations and produce coins like this one, which are now highly sought after by collectors.
