3 Pfennigs - John Martin I
1644 year| Silver | 0.65 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Martin (1631-1669) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1644 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#177345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with 3 in ornamented rhombus divides date.
Interesting fact
The 3 Pfennigs coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.65g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and many German states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The County of Stolberg-Stolberg was one of the smaller German states, and the issuance of this coin was likely an attempt to stimulate trade and commerce in the region. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of 17th-century Europe.
