4 Pfennigs - Anthony Ulrich 1704-1713 front 4 Pfennigs - Anthony Ulrich 1704-1713 back
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4 Pfennigs - Anthony Ulrich

 
Silver 0.5 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Anthony Ulrich (Anton Ulrich) (1685-1714)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1704-1713
Value
4 Pfennigs (Vierling) (1⁄72)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#304996
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
F:B:LUN:LAND.MUNTZE.
.IIII.
PFEN
1704

Interesting fact

The 4 Pfennigs coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, minted during the reign of Anthony Ulrich (1704-1713), was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used for lower denomination coins at the time. This decision to use silver was likely due to the desire to showcase the wealth and power of the principality, as silver was a more valuable and prestigious metal. The use of silver also made the coin more durable and resistant to wear and tear, ensuring that it would remain in circulation for a longer period of time.