6 Stüber 1674 (1674-1690) front 6 Stüber 1674 (1674-1690) back
6 Stüber 1674 (1674-1690) photo
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6 Stüber

1674 (1674-1690) years
Silver - 30 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Emden (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1674 (1674-1690)
Value
6 Stüber = 6 Stuiver = 1 Schilling (1⁄14)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309959
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle divides mintmaster's initials, where present.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LEOP: I. D: G: RO(M): - IMP: SEM: AUG:

Comment

Slg.Knyph. 6292

Interesting fact

The 6 Stüber coin from the City of Emden (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1658 to 1705. During this period, the Empire was facing economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency, which led to the introduction of new coinage systems. The 6 Stüber coin was part of this new system and was minted in several German cities, including Emden. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, providing insight into the economic and political climate of 17th-century Europe.