6 Pfennige - August William
| Silver | 1.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Augustus William (August Wilhelm) (1714-1731) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1715-1729 |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler (1499-1814) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#45906 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Value within imperial orb
Lettering:
17 26
VI
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennige coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during the reign of Duke August William, who was known for his extensive collection of art and coins. In fact, he was such a passionate collector that he even had a special room built in his castle to house his collection, which included many rare and valuable coins from around the world. This coin, which was minted during his reign, is a testament to his love of numismatics and the rich history of coin collecting in the region.
