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4 Pfennigs - John Hugo of Orsbeck
| Billon |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | John Hugh of Orsbeck (Johann Hugo von Orsbeck) (1676-1711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1677-1680 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date in wreath
Lettering:
IIII
PFEN
1679
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Pfennigs - John Hugo of Orsbeck 1677-1680 from Archbishopric of Trier (German States) made of Billon is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a crowned eagle, while the reverse side features a shield with the coat of arms of the Archbishopric of Trier. This design was used during the reign of John Hugo of Orsbeck, who was the Archbishop of Trier from 1677 to 1680. The use of the eagle and shield symbols on the coin was meant to represent the power and authority of the Archbishopric, and it is a distinctive feature that sets this coin apart from other coins of the time.
