© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
3 Kreuzer / Stiver - In name of Matthias ND
| Silver | 2.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Barony of Batenburg (Dutch States) |
|---|---|
| Baron | Maximilian of Bronckhorst (Maximiliaan van Bronckhorst) (1602-1641) |
| Emperor | Matthias (1612-1619) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1612-1619 |
| Value | 1 Stiver (Stuiver) (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Silver Gulden (1560-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#434267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned two-headed eagle with imperial orb bearing value on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAT I D G EL RO IMP SEM AV
3
Translation: Mathias I by God's grace elected ever exalted Emperor of the Romans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in the Dutch States. The coin was issued in the name of Matthias, who was the Prince of Orange and the Stadtholder of the Dutch Republic. This was a time of great turmoil, as the Dutch were fighting for their independence from Spain, and the coin may have been used to help finance the war efforts. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time, and its weight of 2.1 grams makes it a notable piece in the history of coinage.
