6 Kreuzers - George Philip 1687 front 6 Kreuzers - George Philip 1687 back
6 Kreuzers - George Philip 1687 photo
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6 Kreuzers - George Philip

1687 year
Billon 2.48 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Lordship of Haldenstein (Grisons)
Lord
George Philip of Schauenstein (1666-1695)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1687
Value
6 Kreuzers (1⁄15)
Currency
Thaler (1628-1783)
Composition
Billon
Weight
2.48 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#99444
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with five-fold arms on chest. Date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LEOPOLD·I·DG ROM·IMP·S·A·1687

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers coin from the Lordship of Haldenstein (Grisons) is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period.