1 Kreuzer - Charles Philip 1720-1729 front 1 Kreuzer - Charles Philip 1720-1729 back
1 Kreuzer - Charles Philip 1720-1729 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Charles Philip

 
Silver 1 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Charles III Philip (Karl III Philipp) (1716-1742)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1720-1729
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#65261
Rarity index
66%

Reverse

Pfalz lion to right divides mintmaster's initials in circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CHVR PFALZ LAND MVNTZ*

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electors of the Palatinate, minted between 1720 and 1729, features an image of Charles Philip, the ruling Elector at the time. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the Elector's power and influence, and it's interesting to note that the coin's silver content was a significant aspect of its value and utility as a form of currency during that time period.