1 Kreuzer - John Gottfried of Aschhausen 1622 front 1 Kreuzer - John Gottfried of Aschhausen 1622 back
1 Kreuzer - John Gottfried of Aschhausen 1622 photo
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1 Kreuzer - John Gottfried of Aschhausen

1622 year
Copper 1.04 g -
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
John Godfried of Aschhausen (1617-1622)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄144)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.04 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#130544
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

4-line inscription with date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
◃Ⅰ ▹ // KREUTZ // ER // 1622
Variant:
◃Ⅰ ▹ // KREVT // ZER // 1622

Comment

Variant:

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg, featuring John Gottfried of Aschhausen, was minted in 1622 and made of copper. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin has a rich history and is highly sought after by collectors today. In fact, some mint-condition specimens have been known to sell for thousands of dollars at auction.