5 Kreuzer - Ludwig Constantin von Rohan-Guéménée
1773 year| Billon | 1.88 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Strasbourg (French States) |
|---|---|
| Prince-bishop | Louis Constantine of Rohan (1756-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1773 |
| Value | 5 Kreuzer (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.88 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Oval arms within cartouche, value framed below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA NOVA EPISCOPATUS ARGENTINENSIS G
Interesting fact
The 5 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Strasbourg, minted in 1773, features an interesting design element - it has a unique 'secret mark' or 'hidden signature' of the engraver, which is a small letter 'R' etched into the rim of the coin, near the year of minting. This signature is believed to be that of the engraver, Reichard, who was responsible for creating the dies for the coin. This hidden signature is a distinctive feature of this particular coin and adds to its numismatic significance.
