Pfennig - Egino II ND (1271-1316) front Pfennig - Egino II ND (1271-1316) back
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Pfennig - Egino II ND

 
Silver 0.4 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Freiburg (German States)
Count
Egon II (1271-1318)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1271-1316
Currency
Pfennig (1220-1399)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#372973
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

Slg. Ulmer 248

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pfennig coin from County of Freiburg is that it features a unique design, with a crowned eagle on the obverse side and a shield with the coat of arms of Freiburg on the reverse side. This design was used during the reign of Egino II, who was the Count of Freiburg from 1271 to 1316. The use of a crowned eagle on the coin symbolized the county's connection to the Holy Roman Empire, while the shield with the coat of arms represented the county's independence and sovereignty. The fact that the coin was made of silver also speaks to the county's economic prosperity and the value placed on this precious metal during that time period.