8 Pfennigs - Louis 1610-1611 front 8 Pfennigs - Louis 1610-1611 back
8 Pfennigs - Louis 1610-1611 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

8 Pfennigs - Louis

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Leiningen-Westerburg (German States)
Count
Louis (Ludwig) (1597-1622)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1610-1611
Value
8 Pfennigs (8 Pfennige) (1⁄36)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#158150
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3-line central inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Pfennigs coin from County of Leiningen-Westerburg is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "L" and "W" on either side of the coat of arms, which stands for Louis, the Count of Leiningen-Westerburg, who ruled the county from 1610 to 1611. This coin was minted during his reign and bears his name and initials as a mark of authenticity.