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2 Kreuzers - Thomas III
1749 year| Billon | 1.08 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Lordship of Haldenstein (Grisons) |
|---|---|
| Lord | Thomas III of Salis (1737-1783) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1749 |
| Value | 2 Kreuzer = ½ Batzen (1⁄45) |
| Currency | Thaler (1628-1783) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#99361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
KREVT
ZER
1749
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzers - Thomas III 1749 coin from the Lordship of Haldenstein (Grisons) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, typically copper, and was used to create a more durable and affordable alternative to pure silver coins. The use of Billon in the production of coins like the 2 Kreuzers - Thomas III 1749 coin reflects the economic and technological advancements of the time, and provides a unique insight into the history of currency and coinage.
