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1 Kreuzer - Eberhard Louis
| Billon | - | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Württemberg (Württemberg, German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Eberhard Louis (Eberhard Ludwig) (1677-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1732-1733 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1495-1802) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#38439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value
Date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
KREU
ZER
LM
1733
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Duchy of Württemberg is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice in the early modern period, as it allowed for the production of coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure copper. The use of Billon in coinage also made it possible to produce coins with a higher silver content than would have been possible with pure silver, which was a more valuable and sought-after metal. This coin is a great example of the resourcefulness and innovation of coin makers in the early modern period.
