½ Kreuzer - Charles Theodor
| Billon | 0.32 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Charles IV Theodore (Karl IV Theodor) (1742-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1750 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.32 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Smooth (uniface)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Kreuzer coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, such as copper or tin, and was used to create a coin that was both durable and had a lower intrinsic value than a solid silver coin. This allowed the production of coins to be more cost-effective, making it easier for the government to mint and distribute currency.
