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2 Kreuzer - Charles Frederick
| Silver | 0.74 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Baden-Durlach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles I Frederick (Karl I Friedrich) (1738-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1749 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzers (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1535-1771) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Value and date within cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
KREU
ZER
1749
Comment
The coin is listed as "2 Kreuzer", with "1/2 Batzen" in parenthesis behind itInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Baden-Durlach is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Frederick, who was the Margrave of Baden-Durlach from 1742 to 1749. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and many German states, including Baden-Durlach, began to assert their independence and issue their own coins. The 2 Kreuzer coin was one of the first coins minted by Baden-Durlach, and it features an image of Charles Frederick on one side and the coat of arms of the margraviate on the other. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Today, the 2 Kreuzer coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, and it serves as a fascinating piece of history from a time of great change and upheaval in Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1742 BC | 224000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1743 BC | 1232000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Kreuzer - Charles Frederick 1742-1749 coin.
