© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Kreuzer
1799 year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free City (1219-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Konventionsthaler (1754-1807) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Father Time seated, reaching out to circle with date in upper left.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from Nuremberg was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the German States during the 18th and 19th centuries, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable for everyday transactions. The use of Billon in coinage also helped to reduce the risk of counterfeiting, as it was more difficult to imitate the unique properties of the alloy.
