© Leitwolf
© Leitwolf
3 Kreuzers - Balthasar of Dernbach ND
| Silver | 1.52 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 1.52 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, titles of Rudolf II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL 2:IMP•AVG:P•F D E
Edge
Plain
Comment
According 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 - Balthasar of Dernbach ND (1602-1606) coin from the Abbey of Fulda (German States) is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not typically found on coins from this region and time period. This cross is believed to have been added as a symbol of the Abbey's connection to the Catholic Church.
