© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
1 Kreuzer
| Silver | 0.85 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Kempten (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1289-1802) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1625 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#185670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, I in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERD. II. ROM. I. S. A.
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Free City of Kempten (German States) was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and many German states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The Free City of Kempten, in particular, was an important trading center and minted its own coins to facilitate trade. The 1 Kreuzer coin was one of the most widely used coins in the region and was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Despite its small denomination, the coin was an important symbol of the city's economic and political independence.
