Angster - Leopold IV ND
| Silver | 0.25 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | City of Zofingen (Aargau) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Leopold IV (1395-1411) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1395-1411 |
| Value | 1 Angster |
| Currency | Pfennig (1240-1433) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#137728 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface, incuse of obverse
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coin in the main image:◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 53, 25 October 2018, Lot 6016. Sold for 1,700 CHF.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Angster - Leopold IV ND (1395-1411) from City of Zofingen (Aargau) made of Silver weighing 0.25g, is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a "rare bird" among coin collectors, as it is one of the smallest silver coins ever minted in Europe during the Middle Ages. Its tiny size and unique design make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.