6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1751-1754 front 6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1751-1754 back
6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1751-1754 photo
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6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States)
Duke
Francis Josias (1735-1764)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1751-1754
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1680-1763)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320155
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with VI divides date and mintmaster’s initials

Script: Latin

Lettering:
17 51
GH E.
VI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennigs coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the duchy, which is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was used on many coins during Francis Josias' reign and has become a distinctive feature of coins from this region and time period.