3 Kreuzers - Joachim Ernest 1622 front 3 Kreuzers - Joachim Ernest 1622 back
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3 Kreuzers - Joachim Ernest

1622 year
Silver 1.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States)
Margrave
Joachim Ernest (Joachim Ernst) (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#99314
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Imperial orb with denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering: .ST.FC.V.C.I.D.BV.I.NVR.PR.RV.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued in 1622, just a few years after the Thirty Years' War had begun, which had a profound impact on the economy and trade in the region. Despite the challenges of this time period, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with intricate designs and inscriptions that reflect the cultural and artistic traditions of the time.