20 Kreuzer 1732-1736 front 20 Kreuzer 1732-1736 back
20 Kreuzer 1732-1736 photo
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20 Kreuzer

 
Silver 3.85 g 26.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1732-1736
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler (1724-1744)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.85 g
Diameter
26.8 mm
Thickness
0.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#89882
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with value on chest.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DILEXIT DOMINVS DECOREM IVSTITÆ
20

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzer coin from the Republic of Obwalden (Unterwalden) 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 Charles VI, who was instrumental in introducing new currency reforms across the Holy Roman Empire. The 20 Kreuzer coin was one of the first coins to be minted under these reforms, which aimed to standardize currency across the empire and promote trade and commerce. Despite being a small denomination coin, the 20 Kreuzer was an important part of this broader economic and political shift, and it remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and numismatists today.