© T. R. Aikins
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4 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich
1718 year| Copper | 2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Francis Arnold of Metternich (Franz Arnold von Metternich) (1704-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1718 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#130160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value IIII between 2 diamond shaped ornaments, date below, all in circle within legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FURSTL. PADERB. LANDT. MUNTZ
IIII
1718
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1718 coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of Francis Arnold of Metternich, the Bishop of Paderborn, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of the Paderborn Cathedral. This design was chosen to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the cathedral's consecration, which took place in 1718. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a standard circulation coin that also serves as a commemorative piece.
