© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Dreier "Kerzendreier"
1620 year| Silver | 0.67 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1219-1806) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 1 Dreier = 3 Pfennig (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Reichsguldiner (1620-1753) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.67 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Peace dove over well.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DER BRVNNEN / DES LEBENS.
APOC.21
Engraver: C. Maler
Comment
Token used as currency with a value of 3 Pfennig. Given as baptism gift.Interesting fact
The "Kerzendreier" coin from Nuremberg, Germany, 1620, is interesting because it was used as a token currency during a time of great economic hardship. The city of Nuremberg was facing a severe shortage of small change, and the "Kerzendreier" was issued as a temporary solution. It was made of silver and valued at 1/3 of a standard Dreier coin. Despite its small denomination, the "Kerzendreier" was widely accepted and used in everyday transactions, demonstrating the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Nuremberg during difficult times.
