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Pfennig - William I and Albert IV or V Vienna ND
| Silver | 0.58 g | 15.7 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Austria (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | William I (Wilhelm I) (1386-1406) Albert IV (1395-1404) Albert V (Albrecht V) (1404-1438) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1395-1406 |
| Value | Denier (Pfennig) (1) |
| Currency | Pfennig (976-1278) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.58 g |
| Diameter | 15.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#375668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Smooth.
Comment
Minted under the government of the dukes Albert IV (1386-1404) and Albert V (1404-1406) together with William of Austria, during the minority of the first two.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The Duchy of Austria, where the coin was minted, was a powerful state in the Holy Roman Empire, and the reign of William I and Albert IV or V (who were co-rulers) saw significant political and economic developments, including the rise of the Habsburg dynasty, which would go on to shape European history for centuries to come. Despite being a small silver coin, this Pfennig offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex and dynamic world of medieval Europe.
