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1 Kreuzer
| Silver | 0.61 g | - |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1625 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.61 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#212758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle with 1 in orb on breast, titles of Ferdinand II
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Free City of Augsburg was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the coinage of many German states, including Augsburg. The city's mint was forced to produce coins with lower silver content to meet the demand for currency during this period, resulting in coins like the 1 Kreuzer that were made of a silver-copper alloy rather than pure silver. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and remained in circulation for many years, a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the people of Augsburg during a time of great upheaval.
