© Briefmarken- und Münzhaus Fürth
© Briefmarken- und Münzhaus Fürth
3 Pfennigs - John Frederick Charles of Ostein
1760 year| Copper | - | 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 |
| Year | 1760 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (Dreier) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#426560 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four-line inscription with denomination, SM (for Scheide Munz), and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✥ 3 ✥
PFENNIG
S ● M
1760
Edge
Plain
Comment
This type is listed under Erfurt in Schön DM and Gräßler and under Mainz in KM.
Interesting fact
The 3 Pfennigs coin from the City of Erfurt, minted in 1760 during the reign of John Frederick Charles of Ostein, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side features a portrait of the ruler, while the reverse side bears an image of the Erfurt Cathedral, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that still stands today. This coin is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, and its preservation in such good condition is a remarkable feat.
