© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
12 Kreuzer - Czech Estates Joachimsthal
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| Period | Czech Estates (1619-1620) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1619-1620 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95719 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Bohemian lion left
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Prev. KM#941.Minted after the "defenestration of Prague", and before the election of Friedrich Palatine Count of the Rhine. This relative independence of the Bohemian States towards the Habsburg Emperor will last 2 years.
Mintmarks:
(aj) Lion's head left - mintmaster Centurio Lengefelder
Interesting fact
The 12 Kreuzer coin from the Czech Estates (Joachimsthal) minted between 1619 and 1620 is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of payment during a time of great economic change in the Kingdom of Bohemia. The Joachimsthal region was a significant mining center, and the silver used to mint these coins was sourced from local mines. The coin's design features the Bohemian lion on one side and the coat of arms of the Czech Estates on the other. Despite its age, some of these coins are still in circulation among collectors today, making them a valuable piece of numismatic history.
