½ Kreuzer - Sigismund von Schrattenbach
| Silver | 0.5 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1753-1760 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#73460 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg, minted during the reign of Sigismund von Schrattenbach (1753-1760), was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used for coins at that time. This was likely due to the scarcity of copper and bronze during the period, and the use of silver was seen as a way to maintain the value of the coin despite the material shortages. This coin is a unique example of how currency can be shaped by the economic and political circumstances of the time.
