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1 Kreuzer - Sigismund von Schrattenbach
| Billon | 0.9 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Sigismund of Schrattenbach (1753-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1759-1764 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#37520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
An ornate shield of arms of Salzburg divides the date on top, value in a frame below. Legend (start 2h) for "Sacrae Apostolicae Sedis Legatus Natus Germaniae Primas"
Script: Latin
Lettering: S A S L N G PRIMAS 17 60
Translation: Legate of the Holy See, Primate of Germany
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Bishopric of Salzburg, which was a rare feature on coins of that time.
