4 Pfennigs - Maximilian I ND (1621-1622) front 4 Pfennigs - Maximilian I ND (1621-1622) back
4 Pfennigs - Maximilian I ND (1621-1622) photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

4 Pfennigs - Maximilian I ND

 
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bavaria (German States)
Duke
Maximilian I (1597-1623)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1621-1622
Value
4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (2⁄105)
Currency
Thaler (1505-1622)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#323141
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Value in wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: IIII

Interesting fact

The 4 Pfennigs - Maximilian I ND (1621-1622) coin from the Duchy of Bavaria (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Maximilian I, who was the first Duke of Bavaria and a powerful leader in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features an image of Maximilian I on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria on the other, symbolizing the duchy's independence and sovereignty. Additionally, the use of copper as the material for the coin was a significant choice, as it was a widely available and affordable metal that made the coin accessible to a broad range of people, contributing to the coin's circulation and use in everyday transactions.