20 Kreuzer 1764-1765 front 20 Kreuzer 1764-1765 back
20 Kreuzer 1764-1765 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

20 Kreuzer

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1764-1765
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#205168
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylized cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AD NORMAN CONVENTIONIS FRANCOFURTI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzer coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Francis I, who was instrumental in introducing a number of economic and monetary reforms throughout the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the Imperial Eagle on one side and the Frankfurt coat of arms on the other, reflects the city's status as a free imperial city and its connection to the larger imperial system. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the more common copper and bronze coins of the time, indicating the city's wealth and economic influence.