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2 Kreuzers - Johan IV von Manderscheid-Blankenheim
| Silver | 1.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | John IV of Manderscheid-Blanckenheim (Johann IV von Manderscheid-Blanckenheim) (1569-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1576-1591 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Aigle impérial bicéphale avec orbe portant la valeur (2 ou Z) au centre, cercle perlé, couronne en haut dans la légende.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOLPH II IMP AVG P F DEC
Comment
References Ernst&Lehr#197-198ter-203-204-215-216Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great religious and political upheaval in Europe. The Bishopric of Strasbourg, where the coin was minted, was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coin's minting was likely influenced by the Protestant Reformation, which was sweeping across Europe at the time. Despite the turmoil, the coin's design and production remained consistent with other coins of the time, featuring a cross on one side and the ruler's name and title on the other.
