© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
2 Kreuzers - Johann VI
1659 year| Billon | 0.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Giovanni VI Flugi von Aspermont (1636-1661) |
| Emperor | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1659 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄45) |
| Currency | Thaler (1627-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value on imperial orb within circle, date above in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEOPOLD·I·D·G·R·I·M·S·1659·
2
Interesting fact
The 2 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) was minted during the reign of Johann VI in 1659, and it features an image of the bishop on one side and the coat of arms of the bishopric on the other. What's interesting about this coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. The use of Billon in coinage was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the 2 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) is still a valuable collector's item today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
