© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
3 Pfennigs - Victor II Frederick
1749 year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Principality of Anhalt-Bernburg (Anhalt-Bernburg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Victor Frederick (1721-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler (1603-1805) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#333902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*3*
GVTE
PFENN
1749
IHS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs - Victor II Frederick 1749 coin from Principality of Anhalt-Bernburg is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the German States during the 18th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable to produce and circulate. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still features a detailed design, including an image of Victor II Frederick, the ruler of Anhalt-Bernburg, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. This coin is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of the time.
