6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1760-1763 front 6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias 1760-1763 back
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6 Pfennigs - Francis Josias

 
Billon - 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States)
Duke
Francis Josias (1735-1764)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1760-1763
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1680-1763)
Composition
Billon
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#320522
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial orb with VI divides mintmaster’s initials and date, legend curved above

Lettering:
F. S. S. L. M.
I. C . E.
17 60
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 oak 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.