2 Kreuzer 1660-1695 front 2 Kreuzer 1660-1695 back
2 Kreuzer 1660-1695 photo
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2 Kreuzer

 
Silver 1.24 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Free city of Augsburg (German States)
Period
Free city (1276-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1660-1695
Value
2 Kreuzers (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.24 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#213983
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with 2 in orb on breast, titles of Leopold I.

Script: Latin

Lettering: leopolddus.d.g.rom.imp.s.avg.

Interesting fact

The 2 Kreuzer coin from the Free City of Augsburg was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1658 to 1705. During this time, the Empire was facing challenges from the growing power of neighboring nations, such as France and Sweden, and was also dealing with the aftermath of the Thirty Years' War, which had devastated much of Germany. Despite these challenges, the Free City of Augsburg was able to maintain its independence and prosperity, and the 2 Kreuzer coin is a testament to the city's economic and cultural significance during this period.