12 Kreuzer ND (1564-1599) front 12 Kreuzer ND (1564-1599) back
12 Kreuzer ND (1564-1599) photo
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12 Kreuzer ND

 
Silver 4.8 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Zug
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1564-1599
Value
12 Kreuzer = ½ Dicken (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1564-1624)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.8 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#100210
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross over imperial eagle, value as 12 on orb below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CVM·HIS·QVI·OD PAC·ERAM·PACI
12

Comment

Actual years of mintage are unknown. The HMZ Katalog identifies it as 16th century.

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from Zug was minted during a time when the Swiss Confederation was still a relatively new entity. The coin's design features the coat of arms of Zug, which includes a shield with three roses, and a crown above it. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and trustworthiness in trade. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 12 Kreuzer coin from Zug is now a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.