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3 Pfennigs - Gustav IV Adolph
1799 year| Copper | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Wismar (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Swedish occupation (1648-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Name and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
PFENING
1799
F.L.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs - Gustav IV Adolph 1799 coin from the City of Wismar (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Gustav IV Adolph, who was the King of Sweden from 1792 until his abdication in 1809. During his reign, Sweden experienced significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency, which led to the introduction of new coinage systems. The 3 Pfennigs coin was part of this new system and was minted in copper, which was a more affordable and accessible metal than the previous silver coins. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the economic and political changes that were taking place in Europe during that time.
