Kreuzer 1718 front Kreuzer 1718 back
Kreuzer 1718 photo
© BoPierrot

Kreuzer

1718 year
Billon 0.96 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Bern
Period
Republic (1648-1798)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1718
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄160)
Currency
Thaler (1646-1798)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.96 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26819
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Floreated cross, leaves in angles, all within circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: • DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT * 1718 *

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Kreuzer 1718 from the City of Bern is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is made of Billon, a type of alloy that contains a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and weighs 0.96 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and rarity.