6 Pfennigs
1620 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Hamm (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#267096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: VI
Interesting fact
The 6 Pfennigs coin from the City of Hamm (German States) was minted during a time when the region was experiencing significant economic growth and trade. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a hammer and anvil, symbolizing the city's reputation as a center for metalworking and trade. The use of copper in the coin's minting process was also a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Despite its relatively low denomination, the 6 Pfennigs coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural history of the region.