3 Pfennigs - Rudolph August 1675-1682 front 3 Pfennigs - Rudolph August 1675-1682 back
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3 Pfennigs - Rudolph August

 
Silver 0.7 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Rudolph Augustus (Rudolf August) (1666-1704)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1682
Value
3 Pfennigs (Dreier) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.7 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#299694
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with 3.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
R = B
3

Interesting fact

The Rudolph August 3 Pfennigs coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the economy and simplifying trade. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which gave it a high value-to-weight ratio and made it a popular choice for trading and commerce.