© Sincona AG
© Sincona AG
30 Kreuzer
1571 year| Silver | 2 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | City of Basel |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1571 |
| Value | 30 Kreuzer = ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Guldenthaler (1564-1588, 1616) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114928 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full length image of Lucius Munatius Plancus in armor.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
L+MVN+PLANCO+ RAVR ACORVM+ILL VST
RATOR VET VSTISS
SPOR
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 30 Kreuzer coin from the City of Basel, made of silver and weighing 2g, is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The 16th century saw the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the Protestant Reformation, which had a significant impact on the region. The coin's design, featuring the image of a bishop on one side and the Basel coat of arms on the other, reflects the influence of the Catholic Church and the city's civic pride. Despite its small denomination, the coin was an important part of everyday transactions and offers a glimpse into the economic and social history of the time.
