1 Kreuzer - George Frederick I 1562-1568 front 1 Kreuzer - George Frederick I 1562-1568 back
1 Kreuzer - George Frederick I 1562-1568 photo
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1 Kreuzer - George Frederick I

 
Silver 0.7 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia)
Duke
George Frederick I (Georg Friedrich I) (1543-1603)
Emperor
Ferdinand I (1556-1564)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1562-1568
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.7 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#181427
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned double headed eagle with value on chest.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINA∗I∗IMP∗AVG∗P∗F∗DEC

Unabridged legend: Ferdinandus I Imperator Augustus Permissa Fieri Decreto

Translation: Made with the permission of Revered Emperor Ferdinand I.

Engraver: Hans Enders

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Duchy of Jägerndorf (Silesia) was minted during the reign of George Frederick I (1562-1568) and was made of silver, weighing 0.7 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. It's interesting to note that the coin's design featured the image of George Frederick I on one side and the Jägerndorf coat of arms on the other, highlighting the importance of the duchy's ruling family and its heraldry.