3 Pfennigs - John Caspar of Ampringen 1666-1681 front 3 Pfennigs - John Caspar of Ampringen 1666-1681 back
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3 Pfennigs - John Caspar of Ampringen

 
Billon 0.54 g 14.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Teutonic Order (German States)
Grandmaster
John Caspar of Ampringen (1664-1684)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1666-1681
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄84)
Currency
Thaler (1525-1809)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.54 g
Diameter
14.9 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#131806
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 84, all in ornamented rhombus.

Lettering: 84

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 3 Pfennigs - John Caspar of Ampringen 1666-1681 from Teutonic Order (German States) made of Billon weighing 0.54 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, showcasing the resilience and skill of the mint masters and artisans who created it.