1 Kreuzer 1807 front 1 Kreuzer 1807 back
1 Kreuzer 1807 photo
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1 Kreuzer

1807 year
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Nuremberg (German States)
Period
Free City (1219-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1807
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Konventionsthaler (1754-1807)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#132110
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

City arms.

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 early 19th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower intrinsic value than pure silver or gold coins, while still maintaining a degree of durability and resistance to wear and tear. The use of Billon in coinage also made it easier to produce coins in large quantities, as it was less expensive than using pure precious metals.