© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
15 Kreuzers - Charles Louis
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States) |
|---|---|
| Elector palatine | Charles I Louis (Karl I Ludwig) (1648-1680) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1661-1672 |
| Value | 15 Kreuzers (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 small shields of arms, date divided above middle shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHUR FURST LICHER - PFALTZ LANDMUNTZ
Comment
Slg. Noss 318Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Kreuzers coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Palatinate was a region in the Holy Roman Empire, and Charles Louis was the Elector Palatine from 1661 to 1672. During his reign, the region was devastated by the Thirty Years' War, which had a profound impact on the economy and the people. Despite this, the coinage continued to be minted, and the 15 Kreuzers coin remains a valuable piece of history for collectors today.
