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10 Kreuzers
1669 year| Silver | 2.36 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1669 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1646-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.36 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value above imperial eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·10· *DEUS:PROVIDEBIT*:
Interesting fact
The 10 Kreuzers coin from the City of Bern, minted in 1669, is interesting because it was made during a time when the Swiss Confederation was still a relatively new entity, having been formed just over a century prior. The coin's design, featuring the Bernese coat of arms and the Swiss cross, reflects the city's and the confederation's growing sense of national identity and unity. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 2.36 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high monetary value, highlighting the importance of trade and commerce in the region during that time.
