24 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest (Kipper) 1621-1622 front 24 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest (Kipper) 1621-1622 back
24 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest (Kipper) 1621-1622 photo
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24 Kreuzer - Joachim Ernest Kipper

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Joachim Ernest (Joachim Ernst) (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1621-1622
Value
24 Kreuzers (⅓)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#230198
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle with 24 in orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 24 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued by Joachim Ernest, also known as Kipper, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1621 to 1622. During his reign, Kipper implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, in an effort to stabilize the local economy. The 24 Kreuzer coin was part of this new system and was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time. Despite the efforts of Kipper and other leaders, the region continued to face economic challenges, and the coinage system was eventually abandoned in favor of other forms of currency. Today, the 24 Kreuzer coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into the economic and political history of the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach during this time period.