3 Pfennigs - Jobst Edmund of Brabeck 1690-1691 front 3 Pfennigs - Jobst Edmund of Brabeck 1690-1691 back
3 Pfennigs - Jobst Edmund of Brabeck 1690-1691 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Jobst Edmund of Brabeck

 
Silver 0.65 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Hildesheim (German States)
Prince-bishop
Justus Edmond of Brabeck (Jobst Edmund von Brabeck) (1688-1702)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1690-1691
Value
1 Dreier = 3 Pfennigs (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#77748
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

An imperial orb with value divides the date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 16 91

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs coin from the Bishopric of Hildesheim is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric, which was a rare feature on coins of this denomination during that time period.