3 Pfenning - John Frederick 1761-1762 front 3 Pfenning - John Frederick 1761-1762 back
3 Pfenning - John Frederick 1761-1762 photo
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3 Pfenning - John Frederick

 
Copper 3.6 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, German States)
Prince
John Frederick (Johann Friedrich) (1744-1767)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1761-1762
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1710-1868)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78922
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

4-line inscription with value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
Pfenning
F.S.R.L.M
1762

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of John Frederick, the ruling prince of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the principality on the other. The coat of arms includes a shield with a diagonal line dividing it into two parts, representing the two main branches of the Schwarzburg family: the lines of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt and Schwarzburg-Sondershausen. This design was used on many coins issued by the principality during John Frederick's reign, and it symbolizes the unity and strength of the Schwarzburg family.