2 Kreuzers - Frederick I 1588-1589 front 2 Kreuzers - Frederick I 1588-1589 back
2 Kreuzers - Frederick I 1588-1589 photo
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2 Kreuzers - Frederick I

 
Silver 1.22 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Montbéliard (French States)
Count
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1558-1608)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1588-1589
Value
2 Kreuzers (1⁄30)
Currency
Thaler (1397-1716)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.22 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#135886
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Mömpelgart arms, date begins with small hunting horn.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MO. FACTA. MONT.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzers coin from County of Montbéliard is that it features an image of Frederick I, who was the first Duke of Württemberg and ruled from 1588 to 1589. He was a member of the House of Württemberg, a noble family that ruled the region of Württemberg in southwestern Germany. The coin's design includes an inscription of his name, "Friedrich," and the year of his reign, "1588-1589," surrounding his portrait. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the political and economic landscape of 16th-century Europe.