3 Kreuzers - John Reinhard 1599-1614 front 3 Kreuzers - John Reinhard 1599-1614 back
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3 Kreuzers - John Reinhard

 
Silver 1.5 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Lichtenberg (German States)
Count
John Reinhard I (Johann Reinhard I) (1599-1625)
Emperor
Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1599-1614
Value
3 Kreuzers (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#71817
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, 3 in imperial orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ♚ • RVDOL • II • RO • IMP • AVG • P • F • DEC •

Unabridged legend: Rudolphus II Romanorum Imperator Augustus, Publicari Fecit Decreto

Translation: Rudolph II, emperor august of the Romans, authorized by decree.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the County of Hanau-Lichtenberg is that it features a unique combination of religious and secular symbols. On one side, the coin bears the image of St. John the Baptist, while on the other side, it features the coat of arms of the County of Hanau-Lichtenberg. This blending of religious and secular imagery reflects the complex political and religious landscape of the German States during the early modern period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1605  43000 - - - - - -
1606  79000 - - - - - -
1607  93000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - John Reinhard 1599-1614 coin.