12 Kreuzer 1704 front 12 Kreuzer 1704 back
12 Kreuzer 1704 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

12 Kreuzer

1704 year
Silver 3.26 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1704
Value
12 Kreuzers (0.2)
Currency
Reichsguldiner (1620-1753)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.26 g
Diameter
31 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132139
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, Nurnberg arms on breast, titles of Leopold I.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from Nuremberg was minted during a time when the city was an important center of trade and commerce in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with a distinctive "N" shape, representing Nuremberg's status as a free imperial city. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency during its time in circulation.