© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
24 Kreuzer - Philip Moritz under guardianship of Katharina Belgica
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Philip Maurice (1612-1638) |
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1619-1620 |
| Value | 24 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#198795 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, titles of Ferdinand II.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the German States. The Thirty Years War had just begun in 1618, and the County of Hanau-Münzenberg, where the coin was minted, was located in a region that was heavily affected by the conflict. Despite the upheaval, the coin still features a detailed design, including an image of Philip Moritz under the guardianship of Katharina Belgica, and was made of silver, indicating that it was a valuable and important form of currency at the time.
