12 Kreuzer - George Rudolf (Chojnów) 1621 front 12 Kreuzer - George Rudolf (Chojnów) 1621 back
12 Kreuzer - George Rudolf (Chojnów) 1621 photo
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12 Kreuzer - George Rudolf Chojnów

1621 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia)
Duke
George Rudolph (Georg Rudolf) (1602-1653)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1621
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅕)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#122334
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned 4-fold arms in baroque frame, date at end of legend

Script: Latin

Lettering: GROSSVS. ARGENT. SEXD.

Comment

F.u.S. 1671

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) made of Silver features George Rudolf (Chojnów) on one side and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. It was minted in 1621 and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.