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12 Kreuzer - Joseph Benedikt
1744 year| Silver | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Joseph Benedict von Rost (1728-1754) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1744 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzers (2⁄15) |
| Currency | Thaler (1627-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#131394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date within oval cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* XII *
KREU:
*ZER*
1744
Comment
The image used above is a copper trial strike.Interesting fact
The 12 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It was minted in 1744 during the reign of Joseph Benedikt, the Prince-Bishop of Chur, and features an image of the bishop's coat of arms on one side and the Grisons' coat of arms on the other. The coin is made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, and its design reflects the rich history and culture of the Grisons region in Switzerland. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
