12 Kreuzer - Christian I, August, Rudolph and Louis (Kipper) 1621 front 12 Kreuzer - Christian I, August, Rudolph and Louis (Kipper) 1621 back
12 Kreuzer - Christian I, August, Rudolph and Louis (Kipper) 1621 photo
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12 Kreuzer - Christian I, August, Rudolph and Louis Kipper

1621 year
Silver 2 g -
Description
Issuer
Principality of Anhalt (German States)
Prince
Christian I (1586-1630) Augustus (August) (1586-1653) Rudolph (Rudolf) (1586-1621) Louis I (Ludwig I) (1586-1650)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler (1212-1570)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#198266
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Three shields, two above one, one below divides date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Kreuzer coin from the Principality of Anhalt is that it features four different rulers on its obverse side: Christian I, August, Rudolph, and Louis (also known as Kipper). This is a unique feature among coins of that time period, as it was common for coins to only feature one ruler. The fact that four rulers are featured on this coin suggests that it was a special issue or commemorative coin, possibly minted to celebrate a significant event or anniversary.