1 Kreuzer 1693-1695 front 1 Kreuzer 1693-1695 back
1 Kreuzer 1693-1695 photo
© Classical Numismatic Gallery

1 Kreuzer

 
Silver 0.60 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1695
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄90)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.60 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#200712
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription divides date in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
NACH • DEM • SCHLUS • DER • V • STAND
F / KREV / TZER

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I, who ruled from 1658 to 1705. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was facing challenges from the growing power of neighboring nations, such as France and Sweden, and was also dealing with the aftermath of the Thirty Years' War, which had devastated much of Germany. Despite these challenges, the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt remained a prosperous and influential center of trade and commerce, and the 1 Kreuzer coin was an important part of the city's economy.