Pfennig ND
| Silver | 0.40 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1218-1353) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1225-1240 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄640) |
| Currency | Pfennig (13th century-1384) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.40 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round with 4 pinches |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#180332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface, incuse of obverse.
Interesting fact
The Pfennig coin from the City of Bern, made of silver and weighing 0.40g, is interesting because it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in Europe. The 13th century saw the rise of trade and commerce, and the need for a standardized system of currency to facilitate economic transactions. The Pfennig coin, which was widely used across Europe during this period, was an important step towards the development of modern currency systems.