Pfennig - Frederick the Handsome (Vienna) ND (1306-1314) front Pfennig - Frederick the Handsome (Vienna) ND (1306-1314) back
Pfennig - Frederick the Handsome (Vienna) ND (1306-1314) photo
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Pfennig - Frederick the Handsome Vienna ND

 
Silver 0.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Austria (Austrian States)
Duke
Frederick the Handsome (1306-1330)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1306-1314
Value
Denier (Pfennig) (1)
Currency
Pfennig (976-1278)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.7 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#124376
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned head facing.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Frederick the Handsome, who was the Duke of Austria from 1306 to 1314. He was known for his diplomatic and military skills, and his reign saw the expansion of the Austrian territories. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Frederick, was likely created to promote his image and reinforce his authority as a leader.