12 Kreuzer - John Reinhard I 1624 front 12 Kreuzer - John Reinhard I 1624 back
12 Kreuzer - John Reinhard I 1624 photo
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12 Kreuzer - John Reinhard I

1624 year
Silver 3.52 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States)
Count
John Reinhard I (Johann Reinhard I) (1599-1625)
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1624
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.52 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#299435
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Nimbate imperial eagle with orb on chest, without 12 in orb, (XII) at top, titles of Ferdinand II.

Script: Latin

Lettering: (XII) FERDINAND . II . ROM . IMP . SEM . AV .

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from the County of Hanau-Lichtenberg, minted in 1624 during the reign of John Reinhard I, features an interesting design element - a stylized portrait of the ruler, John Reinhard I, with a distinctive pointed beard and a crown adorned with gems. This design was a departure from the more traditional depictions of rulers on coins, which often featured a more formal and serious portrait. The unique design of this coin has made it a popular collector's item among numismatists.