© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
1 Kreuzer
| Silver | 0.75 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Regensburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1245-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1655 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#126811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Double-headed imperial eagle, orb on breast
Script: Latin
Lettering: I
Engraver: Hans Siegmund Federer
Comment
Different varieties of this coin exist. For example:Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Free City of Regensburg was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the Holy Roman Empire was in the process of dissolving. The Free City of Regensburg, which was a wealthy and influential trading center, took advantage of this moment of instability to issue its own coins, including the 1 Kreuzer. This coin was made of silver and weighed 0.75 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after currency in its time.
