3 Kreuzers - Thomas 1554 front 3 Kreuzers - Thomas 1554 back
3 Kreuzers - Thomas 1554 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Thomas

1554 year
Silver 1.83 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Chur (Grisons)
Bishop
Thomas von Planta (1548-1565)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1554
Value
3 Kreuzer = 1 Groschen (1⁄30)
Currency
Groschen (1251-1565)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.83 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#131762
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crown above double-headed eagle, value in orb on chest.

Lettering: CAROLI * V * IMP ꜸG * P * F * DE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Thomas 1554 coin from the Bishopric of Chur (Grisons) is that it features a unique design element - a stylized letter "T" on the reverse side, which represents the name of the bishop who issued the coin, Thomas Planta. This distinctive feature sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and era, making it a prized collector's item for numismatists.