3 Kreuzers - Philip Louis II 1612 front 3 Kreuzers - Philip Louis II 1612 back
3 Kreuzers - Philip Louis II 1612 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Philip Louis II

1612 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States)
Count
Philip Louis II (1580-1612)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1612
Value
3 Kreuzers (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#198793
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with orb on chest, titles of Matthias and date in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from County of Hanau-Münzenberg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Hanau-Münzenberg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coinage of the time reflected the ongoing struggles for power and influence between the various states and ruling families. The 3 Kreuzers coin, made of silver, was a common denomination for everyday transactions and would have been used by merchants, traders, and other individuals in their daily lives. Despite its relatively small value, the coin is now a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into the economic and political history of the region during this time period.