10 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra 1763-1764 front 10 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra 1763-1764 back
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10 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra

 
Silver 3.66 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Fulda (German States)
Bishop
Henry of Bibra (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1763-1764
Value
10 Kreuzer = 1⁄12 Conventionsthaler = 1⁄120 Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.66 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#188260
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value and date within ornaments.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CXX
EINE FEINE
MARCK
1764

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Henry VIII of Bibra, who was the Prince-Bishop of Fulda from 1763 to 1764. During his short reign, he implemented several reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which featured the 10 Kreuzers coin made of silver. This coin was an important part of the local economy and was used for everyday transactions in the Bishopric of Fulda, which was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.