1 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest 1622-1623 front 1 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest 1622-1623 back
1 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest 1622-1623 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Joachim Ernest (Joachim Ernst) (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1622-1623
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄72)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#230221
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-line inscription with date and mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I / KREVTZ / ER / (date) / F

Comment

Slg. Wilm.861

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in the early 17th century, a period of rapid urbanization and trade, which led to an increased demand for currency. The coin's silver content and standardized design made it a reliable and widely accepted form of payment, facilitating commerce and exchange across the German States.