3 Kreuzer 1691 front 3 Kreuzer 1691 back
3 Kreuzer 1691 photo
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3 Kreuzer

1691 year
Silver 1.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Zug
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1691
Value
3 Kreuzer = 1 Groschen (1⁄40)
Currency
Thaler (1691-1798)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#100179
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Armored bust of saint right, value of 3 in oval below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SANCTVS OSVVALDVS
3

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzer coin was minted during a time when the Swiss Confederation was still a relatively new entity, having been formed in 1291. The coin's design features the coat of arms of Zug, which includes a shield with three white crescents on a blue background, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was used on many coins minted in Zug during this period and has become a recognizable symbol of the region.