12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1621 front 12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1621 back
12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1621 photo
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12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich Kipper

1621 year
Silver 2.5 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
12 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#253903
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 12 in orb on breast, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERD II D(?) RO I SA

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, also known as the "Kipper" coin, was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the early 17th century. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the previously used "Kippergroschen," which had become devalued due to excessive minting. The 12 Kreuzer coin was made of silver and weighed 2.5 grams, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency during a time of economic instability.