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½ Kreuzer - Charles VI Prague
| Billon | - | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bohemia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1720-1767 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#102364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Smooth (one-sided)
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are 2 types with different crowns, flat at the beginning of the period (1722, 1724), and rounded (1728, 1740).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Kreuzer coin from the Kingdom of Bohemia is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the early modern period, as it allowed for the production of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure copper. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce coins with a lower silver content, which helped to reduce the cost of production. Despite being made of an alloy, the ½ Kreuzer coin still maintained its value and was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
