12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) ND (1620-1621) front 12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) ND (1620-1621) back
12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) ND (1620-1621) photo
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12 Kreuzer - Frederick Ulrich Kipper ND

 
Silver 1.73 g 25.5 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
Years
1620-1621
Value
12 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.73 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#154014
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, orb with denomination on chest.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINAN II ROM IMP S A

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Kreuzer coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the region. The Kipper era, which lasted from 1618 to 1622, was marked by a severe economic crisis, including a shortage of coins and a devaluation of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 12 Kreuzer coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity.