20 Kreuzers - Francis Louis of Erthal 1788-1791 front 20 Kreuzers - Francis Louis of Erthal 1788-1791 back
20 Kreuzers - Francis Louis of Erthal 1788-1791 photo
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20 Kreuzers - Francis Louis of Erthal

 
Silver - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Würzburg (German States)
Bishop
Francis Louis of Erthal (1779-1795)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1788-1791
Value
20 Kreuzer = ⅙ Conventionsthaler = 1⁄60 Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#60572
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned oval arms within crowned mantle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
60 EINE FEINE MARK 1791
20
MP

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Würzburg is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "F" on the reverse side, which stands for "Franciscus," the Latin name of Francis Louis of Erthal, the ruler depicted on the coin. This shield was added to the coin's design to indicate that it was issued during Francis Louis' reign.