3 Pfennigs ND
1609 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Hamm (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1609 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 3 Pfennigs coin from the City of Hamm is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age and historical significance. It was minted during a time when the Holy Roman Empire was still in existence, and the City of Hamm was an important trading center in the region. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a hammer and anvil, symbolizing the city's reputation for ironworking and craftsmanship. Additionally, the coin's copper composition makes it a unique piece among other coins of its time, which were often made of silver or gold.