© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Kreuzer - Louis I
| Billon (.187 silver) | 0.77 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis I (Ludwig I) (1806-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1807-1809 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1806-1837) |
| Composition | Billon (.187 silver) |
| Weight | 0.77 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with date and denomination.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
KREUZER
1808
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis I, who was the first Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt and ruled from 1807 to 1809. During this period, the German States were undergoing significant political and economic changes, including the introduction of new currency systems and the abolition of feudalism. The 1 Kreuzer coin, made of Billon with a small amount of silver, was a common circulating coin during this time and was used by people in their everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin holds historical significance as a symbol of the economic and political changes that were taking place in Germany during the early 19th century.
