1 Kreuzer - Joseph Adam John 1765 front 1 Kreuzer - Joseph Adam John 1765 back
1 Kreuzer - Joseph Adam John 1765 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Joseph Adam John

1765 year
Silver 0.887 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Schwarzenberg (German States)
Prince
Joseph Adam (1732-1782)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1765
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.887 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#237844
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

6 line inscription mint official's initial's divided by mint letter below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 Kr
NACH DEM
CONVENT•
FUS •
1765
S (N) R

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Principality of Schwarzenberg, minted in 1765 during the reign of Joseph Adam John, features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify its authenticity and to prevent counterfeiting. This unique feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.