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4 Pfenning - George II
| Billon | - | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George II (Georg II) (1727-1760) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1728-1760 |
| Value | 4 Pfennigs (4 Pfennige) (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#68979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
3-Line inscription, legend Around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.IIII.
PFEN:
1728
*K'GR.BRUND.C.F.BR.LUN.LAND.M
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pfenning coin from Brunswick-Lüneburg-Calenberg-Hannover (German States) made of Billon is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of George II (1728-1760), who was the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg and King of Great Britain and Ireland. This time period saw the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the development of new technologies and industries. The coin itself is made of Billon, which is a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, typically copper, silver, and sometimes gold. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice during this time period, as it allowed for the production of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than those made of pure copper or silver.
