4 Pfennigs - Francis George of Schönborn 1748-1750 front 4 Pfennigs - Francis George of Schönborn 1748-1750 back
4 Pfennigs - Francis George of Schönborn 1748-1750 photo
© M. Sander

4 Pfennigs - Francis George of Schönborn

 
Copper 4.6 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Trier (German States)
Prince-archbishop
Francis George of Schönborn (Franz Georg von Schönborn) (1729-1756)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1748-1750
Value
4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#166883
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

4-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* IIII *
PFENNING

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "F.G." (for Francis George) located above the coat of arms on the reverse side. This subtle detail adds an extra layer of historical significance to the coin, as it personalizes the coin and highlights the importance of the Archbishop Francis George of Schönborn, who was a prominent religious and political figure in the region during that time.