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12 Kreuzers - Beda Angehrn
1773 year| Silver | 3.86 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Abbey of Saint Gall (St. Gallen) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Beda Angehrn (1767-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1773 |
| Value | 12 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1767-1796) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#73256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned monogram within sprigs, date below.
Lettering:
BA
1773
H
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Kreuzers coin from the Abbey of Saint Gall (St. Gallen) is that it features an image of Saint Gall, the patron saint of the abbey, on one side, and an image of the abbey's church on the other side. This coin was minted in 1773 by Beda Angehrn, a Swiss engraver and medalist, and is made of silver, weighing 3.86 grams.
