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Pfennig "Vierzipfliger" ND
| Silver (0.37) | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fraumünster (Zürich) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1301-1400 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig |
| Currency | Pfennig (12th-15th century) |
| Composition | Silver (0.37) |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round with 4 pinches |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#199942 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the "Vierzipfliger" Pfennig coin from the Abbey of Fraumünster (Zürich) is that it features a unique design that includes four clover leaves on the reverse side, which is where the name "Vierzipfliger" (meaning "four-leafed") originates. This design was used to symbolize good luck and prosperity, and it's said that the clover leaves were also used to represent the four evangelists in Christianity. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, and it's believed that the silver used in the coin was sourced from local mines in the region.
