1 Kreuzer - Henry VIII of Bibra 1764-1765 front 1 Kreuzer - Henry VIII of Bibra 1764-1765 back
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1 Kreuzer - Henry VIII of Bibra

 
Silver 0.82 g 14.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Fulda (German States)
Bishop
Henry of Bibra (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1764-1765
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.82 g
Diameter
14.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#166063
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Value and date in ornamental frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: •I• / KREU / ZER / 1765

Comment

1769 type minted under mintmaster Ludwig van Hoven (Schön DM# 87, Eichelmann# 131) with different design of cartouche on obverse and reverse.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Fulda is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "H.B." (for Henry VIII of Bibra) located above the crown on the obverse side of the coin. This distinctive feature sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.