3 Kreuzer 1592-1596 front 3 Kreuzer 1592-1596 back
3 Kreuzer 1592-1596 photo
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3 Kreuzer

 
Silver 2.2 g 21.6 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Konstanz (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1592-1596
Value
3 Kreuzer = 1 Groschen (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
21.6 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#153677
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, '3' in orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzer coin from the City of Konstanz (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.2g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II, who was known for his efforts to centralize power and promote trade and commerce throughout the empire. The coin's design, which features the imperial eagle and the coat of arms of Konstanz, reflects the city's status as a free imperial city and its connection to the larger political and economic structures of the time. Despite its small denomination, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was likely used in everyday transactions by merchants, traders, and other residents of Konstanz.