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1 Kreuzer ND
| Silver | 0.4 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | City of Ulm (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1181-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1703-1704 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#320461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Nimbered double-headed eagle under a crown, with a value I in the imperial orb.
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's minting was a response to the growing need for a standardized currency that could facilitate trade and commerce across different regions. The City of Ulm, where the coin was minted, was an important trading center during this time, and the coin was likely used extensively in local transactions. Despite its small denomination, the 1 Kreuzer coin played a significant role in the economy of the time and remains a valuable collector's item today.
