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1 Stüber - John II
1490 year| Silver | 2.39 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Cleves (Cleves, German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John II (Johann II) (1481-1521) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1490 |
| Value | 1 Stüber (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.39 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#174090 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shielded arms of Mark over cross patté.
Interesting fact
The 1 Stüber coin from the Duchy of Cleves, issued during the reign of John II in 1490, was made of silver and weighed 2.39 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local economy in the German States during the Renaissance period. It was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the region's prosperity and trade.
