© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
4 Pfennigs - Hermann Werner of Metternich
| Copper | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Hermann Werner of Metternich (Hermann Werner von Metternich) (1683-1704) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1692-1696 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#180897 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value IIII in ornamented rectangle, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ANNO. DOMINI.
Interesting fact
The 4 Pfennigs coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn, featuring Hermann Werner of Metternich, is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Hermann Werner, while the reverse side depicts the Paderborn coat of arms, which includes a shield with three horizontal bars and a bishop's mitre. This design was used for coins minted during Hermann Werner's rule as Bishop of Paderborn from 1692 to 1696. It's interesting to note that the use of copper for minting coins was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and relatively inexpensive metal. However, the quality of the copper used for minting coins could vary, and some coins from this era are known to have been made with lower quality copper, which can affect their durability and longevity. Despite this, the 4 Pfennigs coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
