1 Kreuzer - Karl Friedrich 1704 front 1 Kreuzer - Karl Friedrich 1704 back
1 Kreuzer - Karl Friedrich 1704 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Karl Friedrich

1704 year
Silver 0.75 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Württemberg-Oels (Silesia)
Duke
Charles Frederick II (1704-1744)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1704
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄72)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#79713
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Silesian eagle in oval baroque frame, princely hat divides date above.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COM. MONTB. DOM. I. HEID(ENH). (&) MED.

Comment

KM# is attributed to German states.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from Duchy of Württemberg-Oels (Silesia) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1704, during the reign of Karl Friedrich, who was the Duke of Württemberg-Oels from 1664 to 1704. This was a period of significant economic growth and trade, with the development of new technologies and the rise of global trade networks. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 0.75 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of the region during this time period.