6 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1706 front 6 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1706 back
6 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1706 photo
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6 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich

1706 year
Copper 2.1 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Paderborn (German States)
Prince-bishop
Francis Arnold of Metternich (Franz Arnold von Metternich) (1704-1718)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1706
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#87553
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Value in roman characters in a baroque frame, legend and date around.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ANNO DOMINI 1706

Comment

FRANC ARNO D G EPS for Münster
FRANC ARN D G EP for Neuhaus

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennigs - Francis Arnold of Metternich 1706 coin from the Bishopric of Paderborn (German States) is that it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of Francis Arnold of Metternich, the Bishop of Paderborn, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of the Paderborn Cathedral, which was an important landmark in the region. This design combination of a religious figure and a prominent architectural structure was a common motif in coins issued by the Bishopric of Paderborn during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1706  504000 - - - - - -

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