½ Kreuzer - Charles VI Kuttenberg
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1717-1724 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#95505 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Uniface coin, blank.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia, minted during the reign of Charles VI (Kuttenberg) from 1717-1724, was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to use a new technology called "milled" or "reeded" edges. This technology involved grooving the edges of the coin with a special tool to create a textured, ribbed effect. This innovation made it more difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins, as it was harder to replicate the milled edges. This coin was a pioneer in the use of this technology, which later became a standard feature in coinage across Europe.
