© AUREA Numismatika
© AUREA Numismatika
15 Kreuzers - George III
| Silver | 5.27 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | George III (Georg III) (1651-1672) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1659-1664 |
| Value | 15 Kreuzer = ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.27 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#112432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Silesian eagle in circle, date at end of legend
Script: Latin
Comment
Ref. F/S#1833, 1842, 1848-49, 1852-53, 1856, 1860. Varieties exist.Mintmarks:
(pf) Pierced heart (differrent types exist) - mintmaster Christian Pfahler
EW - mitnmaster Elias Weiss
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Liegnitz-Brieg (Silesia) is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the region was still recovering from the devastation. Despite this, the coinage of the time continued to be minted, and this particular coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of the region during a difficult period in history.
