© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Kreuzer - Louis VIII
1765 year| Billon | 0.55 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Louis VIII (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1765 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄144) |
| Currency | Thaler (1568-1805) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#87685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with date, denomination and mintmasters initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*I*
KREU
TZER
1765
G. C. F.
P. B.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during the reign of Louis VIII, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1739 to 1768. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which aimed to standardize the currency in the region and promote trade. The coin's design features the Landgrave's portrait on one side and the Hesse-Darmstadt coat of arms on the other.
