© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
3 Pfennigs - Francis Josias
| Billon | - | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Francis Josias (1735-1764) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1749 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1680-1763) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with 3 in cartouche divides date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 47
3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 3 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1747-1749 from Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States) made of Billon is that it features a unique design element - a crescent moon and stars on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld. This design was only used on coins minted during the reign of Francis Josias, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
