3 Pfennigs - Leopold I (Brieg) 1693-1702 front 3 Pfennigs - Leopold I (Brieg) 1693-1702 back
3 Pfennigs - Leopold I (Brieg) 1693-1702 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Leopold I Brieg

 
Silver 0.58 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Royal Mint of Silesia
King
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1702
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄160)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.58 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#80315
Rarity index
56%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination, date to the sides as well as mintmasters intials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
date
M B

Comment

KM# is attributed to German states.

Interesting fact

The 3 Pfennigs - Leopold I (Brieg) 1693-1702 coin from the Royal Mint of Silesia was made of silver, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin stand out is that it was one of the smallest silver coins produced during the reign of Leopold I, with a weight of only 0.58 grams. This makes it a unique and rare find for collectors of historical coins.