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© Leitwolf
5 Kreuzer - Henry VIII of Bibra
1765 year| Billon | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Fulda (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Henry of Bibra (1759-1788) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1765 |
| Value | 5 Kreuzer (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86335 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date within ornate square.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IUSTIRT
240
EINE F•M•
1765
Edge
Plain
Comment
Buchonia/Hinkelbein# 86, 87Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Fulda is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify that it was made of billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. The use of billon was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver or gold. The hole in the center of the coin served as a way to show that the coin was not made of a more valuable metal, and it also made it easier to distinguish from other coins that were made of higher quality materials. This design element is a distinct characteristic of the 5 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Fulda and sets it apart from other coins of the time.
