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3 Kreuzers - Charles of Lorraine Vaudémont
| Silver | 1.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Charles of Lorraine (1592-1607) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1607 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83086 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in orb on breast, inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RVDOL. II. RO. IMP. AVG. P. F. DEC
Translation: Rudolf II, Roman Emperor, always august by decree
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coin minted during the Bishop's war (1592-1603) that opposed the Protestants who had elected Johan Georg of Brandenburg, and the Catholics with Charles of Lorraine. After 1604, Charles remained Bishop but Strassburg remained Lutherian.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Strasbourg is that it features an image of Charles of Lorraine Vaudémont, who was the bishop of Strasbourg from 1601 to 1607. This coin was minted during his episcopacy, and it is a rare example of a coin that was issued by a bishop rather than a monarch or government. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the religious and political context of the time, making it a valuable piece for collectors and historians.
