1 Kreuzer - Frederick August and Frederick William (Gold pattern strike) 1808 front 1 Kreuzer - Frederick August and Frederick William (Gold pattern strike) 1808 back
1 Kreuzer - Frederick August and Frederick William (Gold pattern strike) 1808 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

1 Kreuzer - Frederick August and Frederick William Gold pattern strike

1808 year
Gold (.900) 3.34 g 19.25 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Nassau (German States)
Duke
Frederick Augustus (Friedrich August) (1806-1816)
Prince
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1806-1816)
Type
Pattern
Year
1808
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄144)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1806-1837)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
3.34 g
Diameter
19.25 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#313391
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
KREU =
= ZER
1808
L

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Kreuzer - Frederick August and Frederick William (Gold pattern strike) 1808 from Duchy of Nassau (German States) is that it was minted during a time of political and economic upheaval in Europe. The coin was issued during the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on the German states, including the Duchy of Nassau. The coin's design, featuring the dual portraits of Frederick August and Frederick William, reflects the political tensions of the time, as the two rulers were struggling to maintain their power and influence in the face of French expansionism. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any numismatic collection.