12 Kreuzer - Ferdinand II (Small Arms) 1621 (1621-1622) front 12 Kreuzer - Ferdinand II (Small Arms) 1621 (1621-1622) back
12 Kreuzer - Ferdinand II (Small Arms) 1621 (1621-1622) photo
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12 Kreuzer - Ferdinand II Small Arms

1621 (1621-1622) years
Silver 2.98 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Hagenau (French States)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621 (1621-1622)
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅕)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.98 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#124897
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb with value "IZ" on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FERDINAND. II. ROM. IMP. SEM. AVG.
12

Translation:
Ferdinand II, emperor of the Romans, always august.
12 [Kreuzer].

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the city of Hagenau, which was a rare inclusion on coins of this time period.