3 Pfennigs - John Frederick Charles of Ostein
| Copper | 5.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Erfurt (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Mainz Archbishopric › John Frederick Charles of Ostein (Johann Friedrich Karl von Ostein) (1743-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1760-1761 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (Dreier) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Four-line inscription with denomination, SM (for Scheide Munz), and date, all in cartouche.
Lettering:
3
PFENNIG
S۰M
1761
Comment
This type is listed under Mainz in KM and under Erfurt in Schön DM and Gräßler.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs coin from the City of Erfurt is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "S.P.Q.E." (Senatus Populusque Erfordiensis) which represents the Senate and People of Erfurt. This coin was minted during the reign of John Frederick Charles of Ostein, who was the last prince-bishop of the Electorate of Mainz and the first prince-bishop of the Diocese of Erfurt. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the city's independence and sovereignty.
