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10 Kreuzers - Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi Maximilien
| Silver | 4.05 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-archbishop | Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi (1560-1586) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1570-1577 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.05 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle, orb with value on breast, legend (start 2h) for "Maximilianus Imperator Augustus Per Fidei Decreto".
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAXIMILI IMP AVGVS P F DE
Comment
Refs Zöttl 695 - 701, Type 2Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe, particularly in the Bishopric of Salzburg, where it was issued. The coin's minting was overseen by Johann Jakob Khuen von Belasi, who served as the Bishop of Salzburg from 1570 to 1577. This was a period of significant religious tension between Catholics and Protestants, and the coin's design may have been influenced by these conflicts. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low denomination suggest that it was intended for everyday use by ordinary people, making it a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic and social conditions of the time.
