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2 Kreuzers - Louis Eberhard Ferdinand II
| Silver | 0.96 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | County of Oettingen-Oettingen (Öttingen, German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Louis Eberhard (Ludwig Eberhardt) (1622-1634) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1626 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73378 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Imperial orb within a circle, value on the orb, the top of the cross divides the 2 digits date above. Legend around (start 1h).
Script: Latin
Lettering: FERDIN II RO I S A
Translation: Ferdinand II Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States. The Thirty Years War had just begun in 1618, and the County of Oettingen-Oettingen was one of the many regions affected by the conflict. Despite the upheaval, the minting of coins continued, and this particular coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people during that time.
