3 Kreuzers / Groschen 1605-1619 front 3 Kreuzers / Groschen 1605-1619 back
3 Kreuzers / Groschen 1605-1619 photo
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3 Kreuzers / Groschen

 
Silver 1.79 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Schaffhausen
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1605-1619
Value
3 Kreuzer = 1 Groschen (1⁄40)
Currency
Guldenthaler (1573-1611)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.79 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#86559
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Double headed eagle in circle. Value on chest in a circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DEVS+SPES+NOSTRA EST
3

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzers / Groschen coin from the City of Schaffhausen, made of silver and weighing 1.79g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War (1618-1648) was a conflict that affected much of the continent, and the production of coins was impacted by the war effort. Despite this, the City of Schaffhausen was able to continue minting coins, such as this one, which were used for everyday transactions. This coin is a tangible reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Schaffhausen during a time of great upheaval.