© Philip Coetzee
© Philip Coetzee
1 Kreuzer - Charles Theodor
| Silver | 0.45 g | 15.15 mm |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Charles IV Theodore (Karl IV Theodor) (1742-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1745-1746 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 15.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#171017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned Monogrm of Karl Theodor, legend surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EINEN . KREVZER . (Date)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from Charles Theodor's reign is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Palatinate. The coin was issued in 1745-1746, a period when the region was experiencing significant economic growth and urbanization, which led to an increased demand for currency. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it an accessible and widely used form of currency among the general population. Additionally, the coin's design, which features an image of Charles Theodor on one side and the Palatinate coat of arms on the other, reflects the political and cultural influences of the time.
