9 Pfennigs 1548-1550 front 9 Pfennigs 1548-1550 back
9 Pfennigs 1548-1550 photo
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9 Pfennigs

 
Silver 2.01 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Dortmund (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1548-1550
Value
9 Pfennigs (9 Pfennige) (1⁄32)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.01 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#156799
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Full-length facing figure of St. Reinold holding sword and shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S. REINOLD - VS. MARTIR.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 9 Pfennigs 1548-1550 from City of Dortmund (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.01g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, who was trying to centralize power and standardize currency across the German states. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a crowned imperial eagle, reflects the tension between local autonomy and imperial authority that was present during this time period. Despite being a small denomination coin, it is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of 16th century Europe.