10 Kreuzers - Joseph Mohr 1630-1636 front 10 Kreuzers - Joseph Mohr 1630-1636 back
10 Kreuzers - Joseph Mohr 1630-1636 photo
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10 Kreuzers - Joseph Mohr

 
Silver 4.5 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Chur (Grisons)
Bishop
Joseph Mohr von Zernez (1627-1635)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1630-1636
Value
10 Kreuzers (⅑)
Currency
Thaler (1627-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.5 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97604
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with value on orb in center, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FERDIN · II · D · G · ROM · IM · S · AV
· 1630 ·
10

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) is that it features an image of Joseph Mohr, a Catholic priest and musician who is best known for writing the lyrics to "Silent Night," a popular Christmas carol.