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12 Kreuzers
1620 year| Silver | 4.02 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Free imperial city (1353-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1620 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzer = 3 Batzen = ½ Dicken (3⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1612-1624) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.02 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#94590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross in inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + BERCHT · DVX·ZERIN · FVNDA
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (4.59g, Very Fine):
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◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3559. Estimated at 350 CHF, unsold.
Interesting fact
The 12 Kreuzers 1620 coin from the City of Bern is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant political and economic changes. In 1620, Bern was a prominent city-state in the Swiss Confederation, and the coin was likely used as a means of exchange and commerce within the city and its surrounding territories. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver and weighs 4.02 grams suggests that it was a valuable and durable coin, meant to withstand the wear and tear of frequent use.
