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6 Kreuzers - Johann Konrad II von Reinach-Hirzbach
1726 year| Silver | 1.20 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Basel |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | John Conrad of Reinach-Hirtzbach (Johann Konrad von Reinach-Hirtzbach) (1705-1737) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1726 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1575-1793) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crown over double-headed eagle, value in circle on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EPIS · BASIL · S · R · I · PRIN · 17 26
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Comment
The engraver, Johann Carl Hedlinger had previouslz worked in Sion with his teacher and mint master Hans Wilhelm Krauer, where he was probably allowed to cut the first dies. From 1711, Hedlinger Krauer moved to Lucerne, and then in 1716 to Pruntrut. It seems that Hedlinger cut many of the first stamps on behalf of his teacher until he quit his job with Wilhelm Krauer in July 1716 and went on a journey.From 1722-1727, Johann Carl Hedlinger's brother, Johann Joseph Anton, acted as mint master in Pruntrut, where Johann Carl visited him in 1726 and stayed for six weeks. Interestingly, the 12 and 6 cruiser pieces show a Privy Mark H, and they are attributed to the die cutter rather than the mint master.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers coin from the Bishopric of Basel is that it features a unique design element - a small cross above the shield on the reverse side of the coin. This cross is known as the "Kreuzers-Kreuz" or "cross of the Kreuzers" and was added to the coin's design to distinguish it from other coins of similar value. This small detail highlights the attention to detail and craftsmanship that went into creating this coin, making it a truly interesting and unique piece of numismatic history.
