1 Kreuzer - Charles Philip
| Silver | 0.5 g | 14.6 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Charles III Philip (Karl III Philipp) (1716-1742) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1737-1742 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 14.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Uncrowned CP monogram, workshop letter below the monogram, surrounded by a fillet, the legend and an outer grenetis.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✿ EINEN⦁ KREVZER⦁ 1740
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Philip, who was the Elector of the Palatinate from 1737 to 1742. During this time, the Palatinate was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debt, which led to the introduction of new currency reforms. The 1 Kreuzer coin was one of the coins introduced during this period, and it was designed to help stabilize the economy and promote trade in the region. Despite the challenges faced during its mintage, the coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians today.
