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2 Kreuzers - Richard

 
Silver 1.38 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Palatinate-Simmern (German States)
Count palatine
Richard (1569-1598)
Emperor
Maximilian II (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1570-1577
Value
2 Kreuzer = ½ Batzen (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.38 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#133182
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Imperial orb with Z, titles of Maximilian II.

Script: Latin

Edge

Plain

Comment

Varieties exist.

Interesting fact

The 2 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Palatinate-Simmern, issued during the reign of Richard (1570-1577), features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a lion on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the Palatinate region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1571  6480 - - - - - -
1572  170000 - - - - - -
1573  112000 - - - - - -
1574  339000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Kreuzers - Richard 1570-1577 coin.