© ZacUK
© ZacUK
Rechenpfennig - Alexander the Great (Diane) ND
| Brass | 0.47 g | 16.7 mm |
| Location | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Utility items › Counter tokens |
| Value | 1 Rechenpfennig (0.01) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Diameter | 16.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#268911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A robed Diane (the huntress), going to the right, holding behind her (right hand) a bow, and (left hand) a hunting dog on a leash. Background is a representation of a forest: on the right is one tree, and a plant behind her. Border of long teeth, lettering above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RECH. PFEN.
I L
Translation:
Rechen Pfennig
Iohann Lauer
Engraver: Iohann Jakob Lauer
Comment
An undated (German: o J = ohne Jahr) brass Rechenpfennig coined in Nuremberg, Germany over fifty years (1783-1833). The depiction of Alexander the Great is perhaps taken from his gold stater coins.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_the_Great
Another example, in better condition ...
