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2 Kreuzers - Maximilian II Joachimsthal
1565 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Maximilian II (1564-1576) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#94652 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Double headed eagle with orb and value on breast, inner circle, legend (starts 1h) divided by mint mark below, officer's mark Φ at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARC DVX AVS // DVX BVR M M Φ
Edge
Plain
Comment
2 mint marks, lion of Joachimsthal and Φ for the mint officer.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzers - Maximilian II (Joachimsthal) 1565 from Kingdom of Bohemia made of Silver is that it was used as a means of payment in the Kingdom of Bohemia during the reign of Maximilian II (1564-1576). It was a standard circulation coin and was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time. The coin features an image of Maximilian II on one side and the Bohemian coat of arms on the other. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of numismatic history.
