3 Kreuzers - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1620 front 3 Kreuzers - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1620 back
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3 Kreuzers - Frederick Ulrich Kipper

1620 year
Silver - 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (German States)
Prince
Frederick Ulrich (Friedrich Ulrich) (1613-1634)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1620
Value
3 Kreuzers (1⁄40)
Currency
Thaler (1499-1814)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#253868
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, denomination in orb on chest, titles of Matthias.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MA D G R I S A
16 = 20

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Frederick Ulrich (Kipper) 1620 coin from the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just begun, and the Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel was one of the many German states that were affected by the conflict. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the skill of the mint masters and artisans who created it.