¼ Kreuzer - Charles Frederick
1766 year| Copper | 1.67 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Baden-Durlach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles I Frederick (Karl I Friedrich) (1738-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1766 |
| Value | ¼ Kreuzer (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1771) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with value and date within cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/4
.KREUZ.
.F.B.L.M.
1766
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Unabridged legend: Fürstlich Baden'sche Land-Münze
Interesting fact
The ¼ Kreuzer coin was minted during the reign of Charles Frederick, who was the Margrave of Baden-Durlach from 1746 until his death in 1780. During his reign, Charles Frederick implemented a number of economic and financial reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system that included the ¼ Kreuzer coin. This coin was made of copper and weighed 1.67 grams, and it was used widely in the German States during the late 18th century. Despite its small denomination, the ¼ Kreuzer coin is a valuable collector's item today, with some rare examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
