© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Kreuzer - Ernest Louis
| Silver | 0.4 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Ernest Louis (Ernst Ludwig) (1678-1739) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1699 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler (1568-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#169295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination and date within laurel wreath.
Lettering:
I
KREV
TZER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Ernest Louis, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1680 to 1699. During his reign, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and the German states were in the process of forming their own confederation. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history of Europe during this time period.
