12 Kreuzers - Frederick William (Teschen) 1620-1621 front 12 Kreuzers - Frederick William (Teschen) 1620-1621 back
12 Kreuzers - Frederick William (Teschen) 1620-1621 photo
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12 Kreuzers - Frederick William Teschen

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Teschen (Silesia)
Duke
Frederick William (Fryderyk Wilhelm) (1617-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1620-1621
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅕)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#134413
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Teschen (Silesia) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued by Frederick William, the Duke of Teschen, in 1620-1621, a period when the Duchy was experiencing significant growth and prosperity. The coin's silver content and its use of the Kreuzers denomination, which was commonly used in the Holy Roman Empire, reflect the region's economic ties to other parts of Europe. Additionally, the coin's design, which features an image of Frederick William and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Teschen, highlights the importance of the ruling family and their role in shaping the region's history.