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½ Gulden - Louis II
| Silver (.900) | 5.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1838-1846 |
| Value | ½ Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1837-1872) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1846 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#36415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath above year
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
GULDEN
1839
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Gulden coin from Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during the reign of Louis II, who was known for his efforts to modernize the state and promote economic growth. The coin's design features an image of Louis II on one side and the Hessian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the unity and strength of the region. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 5.3 grams make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1838 | 1080000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1843 | 151400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1844 | 81200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1845 | 167200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1846 | 32800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Gulden - Louis II 1838-1846 coin.
