© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
© MANFRED OLDING Münzenhandlung
6 Pfennigs - Ernest August II of York
1721 year| Silver | - | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Osnabrück (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Ernest Augustus of York and Albany (Ernst August von York und Albany) (1715-1728) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1721 |
| Value | 6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄42) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#238854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FVRST: OSNABR: LAND. MVNTZ.
VI / PFEN / NING / (date)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennigs coin featuring Ernest August II of York is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States. The coin was minted in 1721, just a few years after the end of the Great Northern War, which had devastated much of Northern Europe, including the German States. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate engravings and a high level of precision in its minting. This speaks to the resilience and skill of the craftsmen and artisans who created it, and serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the German States' rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1721 iii | 1778261 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pfennigs - Ernest August II of York 1721 coin.
