1 Kreuzer - John Philip of Schönborn 1661 front 1 Kreuzer - John Philip of Schönborn 1661 back
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1 Kreuzer - John Philip of Schönborn

1661 year
Silver 0.5 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Prince-archbishop
John Philip of Schönborn (1647-1673)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1661
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄90)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#85244
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date and denomination within laurel wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*Ⅰ*
KREVTZ
1661
MF

Comment

Mintmasters Initials
MF = Matthias Fischer

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted in 1661 during the reign of John Philip of Schönborn, was made of silver and weighed 0.5 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local currency system in the German States during that time. It was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the economic and political power of the Archbishopric of Mainz.