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4 Pfennigs - William IV
| Billon (.218 silver) | 0.92 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William IV (1830-1837) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1835-1837 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler (1814-1866) |
| Composition | Billon (.218 silver) |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77409 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date, denomination and mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4
PFENN:
1835
B
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pfennigs - William IV 1835-1837 from Kingdom of Hannover (German States) coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. Specifically, the coin contains .218 silver, which gives it a unique composition compared to other coins of its time. This blend of metals was used to create a coin that was both durable and had a lower intrinsic value than coins made of pure silver or gold, making it an interesting example of coinage during this period.
