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3 Kreuzers - John Christopher of Westerstetten

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Issuer Bishopric of Eichstätt (German States)
Prince-bishop John Christopher of Westerstetten (1612-1637)
Emperor Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type Standard circulation coins
Years 1622-1623
Value 3 Kreuzers (1⁄20)
Currency Thaler
Composition Silver
Weight 2.1 g
Shape Round (irregular)
Demonetized Yes
Number
N#
570237
References Cahn Ei# 72, 73
Erich Bernhard Cahn; 1962. Die Münzen des Hochstifts Eichstätt / Volume 3. Hugo Geiger, Grünwald, Bavaria, Germany.
, KM# 23
Standard Catalog of World Coins (86 volumes).

Obverse

Quartered arms in inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: • IANNES • CHRISTOPH • E • EY • 16 23

Unabridged legend: Iohannes Christophus Episcopus Eystettensis

Translation: John Christopher, Bishop of Eichstatt

Reverse

Crowned two-headed imperial eagle with orb on breast containing value. Inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FERDINAN • II • ROM • IMP • S • A

Unabridged legend: Ferdinandus II Ronanorum Imperator Semper Augustus

Translation: Ferdiannd II, ever exalted Emperor of the Romans

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Date VG F VF XF AU UNC References
1622  Cahn Ei# 72
Erich Bernhard Cahn; 1962. Die Münzen des Hochstifts Eichstätt / Volume 3. Hugo Geiger, Grünwald, Bavaria, Germany.
1623  Photo Cahn Ei# 73
Erich Bernhard Cahn; 1962. Die Münzen des Hochstifts Eichstätt / Volume 3. Hugo Geiger, Grünwald, Bavaria, Germany.

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Pictures Sale Date Version Grade Sold price
Picture 1 of a sold 3 Kreuzers - John Christopher of Westerstetten
Künker
eLive Auction 78
Lot 6835
Internet Archive
17 Jul 2023 1623 – Cahn Ei# 73 VF
(sehr schön-vorzüglich)
USD 429.59
(EUR 370.00)
(+ buyer's premium)
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