© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
12 Kreuzer "Kipper-Fürstengroschen" - John Christopher of Brambach
| Silver | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Corvey (German States) |
|---|---|
| Abbot | John Christopher of Brambach (1624-1638) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1622 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 1Z in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S. M(U)(V)NZ. D. S(T). (Z.) IZ. S(W). P(E).
Interesting fact
The "Kipper-Fürstengroschen" coin, minted in 1621-1622, is an interesting example of a coin that was issued during a time of economic turmoil in the German States. The coin was minted during the reign of John Christopher of Brambach, who was the Prince-Abbot of the Abbey of Corvey, and it was made of silver. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued as a response to the economic challenges of the time, specifically the devaluation of the standard currency, the Kreuzer. The coin's name, "Kipper-Fürstengroschen," roughly translates to "tipping prince's groschen," which refers to the practice of tipping the prince's servants with a small coin. This coin is a unique example of how the Abbey of Corvey adapted to economic challenges by issuing a new form of currency.
