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4 Pfennigs - Frederick Christian
1703 year| Copper | 3.5 g | 23.75 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Münster (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Frederick Christian of Plettenberg (1688-1706) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1703 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 23.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#63683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Denomination above date within circle, legend surrounding
Lettering:
SHEID.MUNTZ.*FURSTL.MUNSTER
*IIII*
Pfen
1703
Edge
Slanted notches all round
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pfennigs - Frederick Christian 1703 coin from the Bishopric of Münster (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick Christian, who was the Bishop of Münster from 1702 until his death in 1706. During his reign, the Bishopric of Münster was facing significant economic challenges, including a severe shortage of coins and a growing national debt. Despite these challenges, the minting of coins like the 4 Pfennigs - Frederick Christian 1703 continued, demonstrating the importance of coinage in the economy and daily life of the time.
