© Teutoburger Münzauktion
© Teutoburger Münzauktion
1 Kreuzer - Charles Albert
| Silver | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Charles Albert (Karl Albrecht) (1725-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1744-1745 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#326455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, crowned oval shield of Wittelsbach arms, surrounded by Order of Golden Fleece, value ‘1’ in oval at bottom divides date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
17 45
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electorate of Bavaria, minted during the reign of Charles Albert (1744-1745), was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to use a copper-nickel alloy. This was a significant innovation in coinage at the time, as most coins were made of precious metals like gold and silver. The use of a copper-nickel alloy made the coin more durable and resistant to wear and tear, and it paved the way for the use of base metals in coinage in the future.
