Mincovna

The Mincovna is a building near the center of Kroměříž that once served the production of coins. It preserves the rooms where money was stamped, with workshops and equipment still visible from when it was in operation.

The mint was established in 1666 and began producing currency for the region under the bishop's control. This production was crucial for supplying money to the entire area under his authority.

The building displays the tools and machines that visitors can see today, showing how labor-intensive coin production was in the past. These objects tell the story of the skilled craft work that went into making each coin.

The site is part of the Archdiocesan Museum and can only be visited through organized tours that provide detailed information about coin production. It is advisable to check opening hours in advance and prepare for historical details to get the most out of your visit.

Few visitors realize that some of the original metal stamps and dies used for pressing coins remain preserved and rank among the oldest of their kind in Europe. These craft tools reveal the remarkable precision needed to create coins with detailed designs.