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1 Kreuzer - Charles William Frederick
1754 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles William Frederick (Karl Wilhelm Friedrich) (1729-1757) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1754 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#232218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle with value 1 on breast.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach was made of silver, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what makes this coin interesting is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted in 1754, during the reign of Charles William Frederick, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach from 1723 until his death in 1757. During his reign, Charles William Frederick implemented a number of economic and political reforms, including the introduction of a new coinage system, which helped to stabilize the economy and increase trade in the region. The 1 Kreuzer coin was a part of this new coinage system and was widely used throughout the German States. Despite its small denomination, the coin is a valuable piece of history and a reminder of the economic and political changes that took place in Europe during the 18th century.
