½ Kreuzer - Ferdinand III (Joachimsthal) 1651-1652 front ½ Kreuzer - Ferdinand III (Joachimsthal) 1651-1652 back
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½ Kreuzer - Ferdinand III Joachimsthal

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bohemia
King
Ferdinand III (1627-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1651-1652
Value
½ Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#97736
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Uniface coin, blank.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Mintmark: (an) Crown - mintmaster Johann Jakob Kittner

Prev. KM#911.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Kreuzer coin from Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand III, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia from 1637 to 1657. During his reign, the kingdom experienced significant economic growth and cultural development, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The ½ Kreuzer coin was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been a common sight in the markets and shops of Bohemia during this time.