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3 Kreuzers - Balthasar of Dernbach ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Abbey of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-abbot | Balthasar of Dernbach (Balthasar von Dernbach) (1570-1606) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1602-1606 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL•II RO IMP AVG PF DEC
Comment
Buchonia/Hinkelbein# 1According to Gehrling/Erdmann there are 4 basic types:
(1) arms in spade form with RVDOL II (Gehrling/Erdmann# 69-7).
(2) arms in spade form with RVDOL 2 (Gehrling/Erdmann# 69-8).
(3) arms in oval form with RVDOL II (Gehrling/Erdmann# 69-9).
(4) arms in oval form with RVDOL 2 (Gehrling/Erdmann# 69-10).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Abbey of Fulda is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not typically found on other coins from the same era. This cross is believed to represent the religious affiliation of the Abbey, which was a prominent center of Catholicism in the region. The inclusion of this symbol highlights the close relationship between the church and the state during that time period.
