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6 Pfennigs - Damian Hartard of the Leyen
1676 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Damian Hartard of the Leyen-Hohengeroldseck (1675-1678) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1676 |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with denomination separated mintmasters initials.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 6 Pfennigs coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted in 1676 during the reign of Damian Hartard von der Leyen, is notable for its unique design. It features a depiction of the Archbishop's coat of arms on one side and the Mainz wheel on the other, which was a symbol of the city's patron saint, St. Martin. This coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region, as the Holy Roman Empire was in decline and the German states were struggling for independence. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, with some mint states selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
