Pfennig "Vierzipfliger" ND (1350-1375) front Pfennig "Vierzipfliger" ND (1350-1375) back
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Pfennig "Vierzipfliger" ND

 
Silver 0.19 g -
Description
Issuer
Counts of Habsburg-Laufenburg (Aargau)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1350-1375
Value
1 Pfennig
Currency
Pfennig (12th-15th century)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.19 g
Shape
Round with 4 pinches
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#187282
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Blank.

Comment

According to M. Matzke in "Dirhem und Rappenpfennig 2" (Bonn 2004, Nr. 181), this coin was minted by Gottfried I von Habsburg-Laufenburg (1249-1271) around 1250-1270.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the "Vierzipfliger" Pfennig coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued by the Counts of Habsburg-Laufenburg, a powerful noble family in the region of Aargau, Switzerland, during the 14th century. This was a period of significant trade and commerce growth, and the coin was likely used extensively in everyday transactions. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that offers a glimpse into the economic and social dynamics of medieval Europe.