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10 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II of Tyrol Hall
1572 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Tyrol (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ferdinand II (1564-1595) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1572 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#193087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Composite arms in a shield including 1 Hungary, 2 Bohemia, 3 composition of Castilla and León, 4 of Austria and Burgundy. Double circle, the outermost beaded. Legend around starts 1h. Date above the shield. A cross divides the legend on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☩DVX:BVRGVNDIE:COMES:TIROLIS:
Unabridged legend: Dux Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers coin featuring Ferdinand II of Tyrol is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The County of Tyrol was part of the Holy Roman Empire, and Ferdinand II was a powerful ruler who played a significant role in the religious conflicts of the time. Despite the challenges of the era, the coin remains a valuable piece of history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 16th-century Europe.
