© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
6 Pfennigs
1659 (1680-1683) years| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Bentheim-Tecklenburg-Rheda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Adolphus (Johann Adolf) (1674-1704) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1659 (1680-1683) |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1606-1806) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#156997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination in roman numeral within inner circle, circle of rosettes and circles surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VI
Interesting fact
The 6 Pfennigs coin from County of Bentheim-Tecklenburg-Rheda (German States) made of Copper is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was minted during the reign of Count Johann Adolf von Bentheim-Tecklenburg-Rheda, who ruled from 1674 to 1704. This was a period of rapid urbanization and trade, and the need for a standardized currency was growing. The 6 Pfennigs coin was one of the first coins to be widely used in the region, and it played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce.
