10 Kreuzers - William IX 1763 front 10 Kreuzers - William IX 1763 back
10 Kreuzers - William IX 1763 photo
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10 Kreuzers - William IX

1763 year
Silver 3.68 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States)
Regent
Mary (1760-1765)
Count
William IX (1760-1803)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1763
Value
10 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.68 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#89685
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned column between arms, denomination within pedestal at bottom and date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CXX ST EINE FEINE MARK 1763
10

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers coin from County of Hanau-Münzenberg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1763, just a few years before the outbreak of the American Revolution, and during a period of increased trade and commerce between European nations. The coin's silver content and intricate design reflect the value placed on currency and the importance of trade during this time.