1 Schreckenberger 1621 front 1 Schreckenberger 1621 back
1 Schreckenberger 1621 photo
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1 Schreckenberger

1621 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Goslar (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
1 Schreckenberger = 12 Kreuzer (⅐)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#151620
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with orb containing denomination and date on chest.

Script: Latin

Comment

https://www.ngccoin.com/price-guide/world/german-states-goslar-12-kreuzer-km-28-1621-cuid-1205829-duid-1351787
Multiple varieties exist

Interesting fact

The 1 Schreckenberger coin from the City of Goslar (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural prosperity. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a depiction of a silver mine, highlighting the region's rich mineral resources and the importance of the mining industry to the local economy. Additionally, the coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.