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1 Kreuzer - Louis II
| Billon (.187 silver) | 0.77 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1834-1838 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1806-1837) |
| Composition | Billon (.187 silver) |
| Weight | 0.77 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#58675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Denomination, date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* SCHEIDEMÜNZE *
1
KREU
ZER
1836
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt, minted between 1834 and 1838, features an interesting design element - the portrait of Louis II, the reigning monarch at the time, is depicted facing left, which was a departure from the traditional right-facing portraits seen on most coins. This unique design choice was likely made to distinguish the coin from other currencies in circulation and to emphasize the importance of the monarch's image.
