© maudry
© maudry
1 Kreuzer - Francis George of Schönborn
| Billon | 0.51 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Trier (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Francis George of Schönborn (Franz Georg von Schönborn) (1729-1756) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1730-1745 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄90) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.51 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#60086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned monogram divides date.
Lettering:
17 / 45
EINER.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Archbishopric of Trier is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, typically copper, and was used to create a coin that was less expensive to produce than a solid silver coin, while still maintaining some of the durability and resistance to wear and tear of a silver coin. The use of Billon in the production of coins like the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Archbishopric of Trier reflects the efforts of the mint to create a coin that was both affordable and practical for everyday use, while still maintaining some of the aesthetic appeal of a silver coin.
