© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
© Münzenhandlung Harald Möller GmbH
3 Kreuzers - John Philip of Greiffenklau of Vollraths Death
1719 year| Silver | 2.11 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Johann Philipp von Greiffenclau zu Vollraths (1699-1719) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1719 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.11 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#159811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
3 crosses above 6-line inscription with dates, last 2 lines divided by imperial orb with 3.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NAT9 13 FEB: AO. / 1652 ELECT9 EPISC. / HERB. 9. FEBR: 1699 / DENAT9 3. AUG: 1719 / ÆTAT - 67. M. / 5. D - 24.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the death of John Philip of Greiffenklau of Vollraths, who was a prominent bishop in the Bishopric of Würzburg in the early 18th century. The coin's design features an image of the bishop, along with an inscription that marks the year of his death, 1719. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from this time period and region, and it provides a unique glimpse into the history and culture of the German States during this era.
