Kreuzer 1622 front Kreuzer 1622 back
Kreuzer 1622 photo
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Kreuzer

1622 year
Billon 0.75 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Solothurn
Period
Avoyer and Council of the City and Republic (1760-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄68)
Currency
Thaler (1622-1642)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.75 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#180402
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross within circle, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + SANCT : VRSVS · 1622

Translation: Saint Ursus

Interesting fact

The Kreuzer 1622 from the City of Solothurn is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.