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2 Kreuzers - Philip V
| Silver | 1.24 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip V (1585-1599) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1587-1595 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Imperial orb with Z, titles of Rudolph II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RUDOL. Z. IMP. AUG. P. F. DEC.
Unabridged legend: Rudolphus II Imperator Augustus, Publicari Fecit Decreto
Translation: Rudolph II, emperor august, authorized by decree.
Edge
Plain
Comment
1593 (93) var.
✶PHI·CA·HANNAV·D·I·LIC·EOC
RVDOL·Z·IMP·AVG·P·F·DEG mintmark
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The County of Hanau-Lichtenberg was a small territory located in the present-day state of Hesse, Germany, and it was known for its rich silver mines. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing demand for silver currency in the region, and it features an image of Philip V, the reigning monarch at the time, on one side, and the Hanau-Lichtenberg coat of arms on the other. Despite its small size, this coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of the time.
