6 Pfennigs - Simon Philip ND (1644-1669) front 6 Pfennigs - Simon Philip ND (1644-1669) back
6 Pfennigs - Simon Philip ND (1644-1669) photo
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6 Pfennigs - Simon Philip ND

 
Copper 2.7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Lippe-Detmold (Lippe, German States)
Count
Simon Philip (1636-1650)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1644-1669
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1413-1788)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#185991
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

VI in cartouche.

Interesting fact

The 6 Pfennigs coin from the County of Lippe-Detmold, minted during the reign of Simon Philip (1644-1669), features an interesting design element - a stylized image of a lion on the obverse side. This lion symbolizes the coat of arms of the Lippe family, who ruled the county for centuries. The use of the lion image on the coin signifies the connection between the ruling family and the coinage of the region.