6 Pfennigs - Christian Louis 1693 front 6 Pfennigs - Christian Louis 1693 back
6 Pfennigs - Christian Louis 1693 photo
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6 Pfennigs - Christian Louis

1693 year
Copper 1.2 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Waldeck (German States)
Count
Christian Louis (Christian Ludwig) (1645-1706)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1693
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1538-1711)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#38429
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Ornate surround to value VI

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VI
*ANNO*DOMINI*1*6*9*3

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 6 Pfennigs coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The country was in the midst of the Thirty Years' War, which had caused widespread destruction and disrupted trade routes. Despite these challenges, the County of Waldeck was able to maintain its independence and issue its own coins, such as the 6 Pfennigs coin, which was used for everyday transactions. This coin is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Waldeck during a difficult period in history.