20 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra 1761-1770 front 20 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra 1761-1770 back
20 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra 1761-1770 photo
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20 Kreuzers - Henry VIII of Bibra

 
Silver 6.31 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Fulda (German States)
Bishop
Henry of Bibra (1759-1788)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1761-1770
Value
20 Kreuzer = ⅙ Conventionsthaler = 1⁄60 Cologne Mark
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.31 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#31711
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned 4-fold arms within branches. Denomination at bottom inside pedestal.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LX.EINE FEINE MARCK.1761.
N. 20 D.

Engraver: Johann Nikolaus Dittmar

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Fulda is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the initials "H.B." (for Henry VIII of Bibra) located above the crown on the obverse side of the coin. This distinctive feature sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.