2 Kreuzers 1720 front 2 Kreuzers 1720 back
2 Kreuzers 1720 photo
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2 Kreuzers

1720 year
Billon 1.21 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
City of St. Gallen
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1720
Value
2 Kreuzers = ½ Batzen (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler (1714-1798)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.21 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#314983
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription in three lines within ornamental cartouche.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
᛭ SOLI ᛭
DEO · GLORIA
× 1720 ×
A

Comment

Mintmarks:
Tree = Hans Kaspar Anhorn, Mintmaster 1715-1720
A = Sebastian Anhorn (Son of Hans Kaspar), Mintmaster 1720-1726

Interesting fact

The 2 Kreuzers 1720 coin from the City of St. Gallen is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was part of the Swiss Confederation, a union of Swiss cantons that was formed in 1291 and lasted until 1798. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and other symbols, reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage. Additionally, the fact that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in coinage during that time period, adds to its historical significance.