1 Kreuzer - Christian Frederick Charles Alexander
| Billon | 0.71 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles Alexander (Karl Alexander) (1769-1791) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1785-1786 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with date, denomination and mintmark within cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
KREUZER
1785
B
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Christian Frederick Charles Alexander, the Margrave of Brandenburg-Bayreuth, in an effort to stabilize the economy and promote trade within the region. Despite its small denomination, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was widely used by merchants and traders.
