2½ Kreuzer - Frederick Christian
| Billon | 0.9 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick Christian (1763-1769) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1765-1766 |
| Value | 2½ Kreuzer (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#287011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four line inscription (denomination and mint officials initials) in a rococo styled frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
480
EINE FEINE
MARK
E * S
Comment
This type is not described in KM. KM# 247 is the only listed 2½ Kreuzer listed for 1765 and 1766 but that type is described as having an FC monogram on the obverse.
Interesting fact
The 2½ Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth was minted during the reign of Frederick Christian, who was the Margrave of Brandenburg-Bayreuth from 1765 to 1766. What's interesting about this coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice during that time period, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable to produce and circulate. Despite being made of a less valuable metal, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce.
