© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
3 Kreuzer
| Silver | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Kaufbeuren (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Emperor | Charles V (Karl V) (1519-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1552-1555 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#147644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAROLI. V. IMP. AVG. P. R. DE(C)(R)(E)(T)(O).
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzer coin from Kaufbeuren was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles V, who was the Holy Roman Emperor at the time. The coin's design features the Imperial Eagle on one side and the coat of arms of Kaufbeuren on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the usual copper or bronze used in other coins of the time, indicating the city's wealth and influence.
