15 Kreuzers - Sylvius II Frederick 1675-1694 front 15 Kreuzers - Sylvius II Frederick 1675-1694 back
15 Kreuzers - Sylvius II Frederick 1675-1694 photo
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15 Kreuzers - Sylvius II Frederick

 
Silver 5.54 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Württemberg-Oels (Silesia)
Duke
Silvius II Frederick (1664-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1694
Value
15 Kreuzer (¼)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.54 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#92494
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Silesian eagle in circle, princely hat divides date in margin at top

Script: Latin

Comment

B&E#23-30, J&M#162, F&S#2308, 2335. Weight varies: 5.54-6.09 g. Varieties exist.

KM# is attributed to German states.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 15 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Württemberg-Oels (Silesia) is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy on the reverse side, which was not commonly used in coins of that time.