4 Pfenning 1739-1762 front 4 Pfenning 1739-1762 back
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4 Pfenning

 
Copper 3.63 g 24.86 mm
Description
Issuer
Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1739-1762
Value
4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.63 g
Diameter
24.86 mm
Thickness
1.01 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#52276
Rarity index
69%

Reverse

Value, date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*IIII*
Pfenning
1762

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Pfenning coin from the Cathedral chapter of Münster (German States) made of Copper weighing 3.63g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. During his reign, Prussia became a major military power and the coinage of the time reflects the growth and prosperity of the region. The 4 Pfenning coin, in particular, was an important denomination for trade and commerce during this period, and its design and mintage were overseen by the Cathedral chapter of Münster, which was a powerful religious institution in the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1762  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pfenning 1739-1762 coin.