4 Kreuzers - Lothair Francis of Schönborn 1694-1700 front 4 Kreuzers - Lothair Francis of Schönborn 1694-1700 back
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4 Kreuzers - Lothair Francis of Schönborn

 
Silver 2.1 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Bamberg (German States)
Prince-bishop
Lothair Francis of Schönborn (1693-1729)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1694-1700
Value
4 Kreuzer (1⁄30)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.1 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#20375
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Forward facing bust of Saint Henry, nimbate and crowned, holding scepter in right hand and imperial orb with value (4) in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: S.HEINRICUS IMPERATOR.

Translation: Saint Henry Emperor

Comment

Weight highly variable, ranging from 1.8 - 2.3 g.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Bamberg is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is not typically found on coins from this region. This cross is believed to have been added as a symbol of the Bishopric's connection to the Catholic Church.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1696  891000 - - - - - -
1698  1382000 - - - - - -
1700  1093000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Kreuzers - Lothair Francis of Schönborn 1694-1700 coin.