3 Kreuzer
| Billon | 1.36 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | City of St. Gallen |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1714-1739 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer = 1 Groschen (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1714-1798) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.36 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#89555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Floreated cross with value in center, all within circle, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* SOLI * DEO * GLORIA *
3
1739
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzer coin from the City of St. Gallen was minted during a time when the city was part of the Swiss Confederation, a union of Swiss cantons that was formed in 1291. The coin features the coat of arms of the city, which includes a shield with three golden crowns, representing the three cantons that made up the city: St. Gallen, Appenzell, and Rapperswil. The coin also features the year of minting, 1714-1739, and the mintmaster's initials. It's a unique piece of history that gives insight into the economic and political landscape of Switzerland during that time.
