© Barlasov
© Barlasov
2½ Kreuzer
| Billon | 1.08 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1219-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1766-1776 |
| Value | 2½ Kreuzer (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Konventionsthaler (1754-1807) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.63 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle with arms on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOSEPHUS II. D.G.ROM.IMP.SEMP.AVG.
Interesting fact
The 2½ Kreuzer coin was minted during a time of great economic change in the German States. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by the Holy Roman Empire in 1766, which aimed to standardize currency across the various states and cities. The coin's design featured the coat of arms of Nuremberg on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing the city's connection to the Empire. Despite its small denomination, the 2½ Kreuzer coin played an important role in everyday transactions and was widely used by merchants and traders.
