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1 Albus - Frederick II
| Billon | 1.31 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1760-1785) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1768-1777 |
| Value | 1 Albus (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#85039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmasters initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
I
HESSEN
ALBUS
1770.
F.U.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Albus coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel was minted during the reign of Frederick II (1768-1777) and features an image of the king on one side and the Hesse-Cassel coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite its relatively small weight of 1.31 grams, the coin was an important part of the local economy during its time and is now a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1770 FU | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Albus - Frederick II 1768-1777 coin.
