Pfennig

1561Circulation

Obverse

Shield over cross that divides each digit of the date

Legend
1 - 5
6 - 1

Reverse

Crossed keys under cross

Edge

Type Plain

Issues

  • 1561 Riga

Physical

Metal
Billon
Weight
0.39 g
Diameter
13 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered

Details

Value
Pfennig
= 1/972 Ducat
= 1/108 Mark
= 1/27 Ferding
= 1/3 Schilling
Type
Circulation
Ruler
Gotthard Kettler (1559–1661)
Demonetized
Yes