Pfennig "Vierzipfliger Löwenpfennig" ND
| Silver | 0.44 g |
| Issuer | Counts of Habsburg-Laufenburg (Aargau) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1201-1250 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig (12th-15th century) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.44 g |
| Shape | Round with 4 pinches |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#187273 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
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Comment
Likely minted by Albrecht IV of Habsburg (1232-1238) or Rudolf III of Habsburg (1240-1249).Variations in style and weight exist:
• Variant 0.40g
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• Variant 0.42g
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• Variant 0.43g
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Vierzipfliger Löwenpfennig" coin is that it features a unique design element - a lion with four paws, which is not commonly seen on coins from this time period. This design was likely used to symbolize the power and strength of the Habsburg-Laufenburg family, who ruled over the region of Aargau in Switzerland during the 13th century.