© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
© Münzenhandlung Raimund Raffler
10 Kreuzers - Louis VIII 10 Konventionskreutzer
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Louis VIII (1739-1768) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1763-1765 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (5⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler (1568-1805) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#194472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Central shield with lion surrounded by 7 smaller shield of arms. Crown above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NACH DEM CON / VENTIONS FUS
AK
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers - Louis VIII (10 Konventionskreutzer) coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis VIII, who was the Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1739 to 1768. During his reign, Louis VIII implemented a number of economic and political reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which replaced the old system of multiple local currencies with a standardized currency for the entire region. The 10 Kreuzers coin was part of this new currency system, and it was used widely throughout the Landgraviate of Hesse-Darmstadt. Despite the changes brought about by Louis VIII, the coin still features the traditional image of the ruler on one side and the coat of arms on the other, reflecting the continuity of tradition and power in the region.
