12 Kreuzer 1620-1621 front 12 Kreuzer 1620-1621 back
12 Kreuzer 1620-1621 photo
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12 Kreuzer

 
Silver 3.7 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Zug
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1621
Value
12 Kreuzer = ½ Dicken (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1564-1624)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.7 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#100187
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with value on chest.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CVM·HIS·QVI·OD·PACEERA·PAC

Comment

The head of the small bust variety is within the beaded circle.
The head of the large bust variety divides the legend.

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from Zug was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just begun, and many countries were struggling with inflation and currency devaluation. Despite these challenges, the 12 Kreuzer coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity. In fact, the coin was so valuable that it was often used as a form of payment for merchants and traders, and it remained in circulation for many years after its initial minting.