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3 Pfenning - Clemens August
| Copper | 2.8 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Clemens August I of Bavaria (Clemens August I von Bayern) (1719-1761) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1746 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄112) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#33439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Lettering:
* III *
∙ PFEN ∙
∙ 1743 ∙
* HOCHFURST ∙ MUNST ∙ LANDT ∙ MUNTZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pfenning coin from the Bishopric of Münster is that it features an image of Clemens August, the Bishop of Münster, on one side, and a depiction of the Münster coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during Clemens August's reign from 1735 to 1746 and was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively inexpensive metal, the coin was still carefully crafted and designed to be aesthetically pleasing, reflecting the importance of the bishopric and its leader at the time.
