© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Kreuzer - William II
| Copper | 6.3 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William II (1821-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1825-1829 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.3 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*1*
KREUZER
1825
*
Comment
Struck for circulation in Upper Hesse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electorate of Hesse (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) made of Copper weighing 6.3 g is that it was minted during the reign of William II, who was the last Elector of Hesse-Cassel before it was annexed by Prussia in 1866.
