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6 Pfennigs - Damian Hartard of the Leyen
1677 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Mainz (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Damian Hartard of the Leyen-Hohengeroldseck (1675-1678) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1677 |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#168513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing bust of St. Martin, value 6 in round frame below.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 6 Pfennigs coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted in 1677 during the reign of Damian Hartard von der Leyen, is notable for its unique design. The coin 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 made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and its design reflects the importance of the Archbishopric of Mainz as a powerful and influential entity in the German States during the 17th century.
