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2 Stüber - John Louis Adolph
1758 year| Billon | - | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | County of Wied-Runkel (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | John Louis Adolphus (Johann Ludwig Adolph) (1705-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 2 Stüber (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler (1751-1777) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#92817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*2*
STVBER
1758
*
Translation:
2
STVBER
1758
Interesting fact
The 2 Stüber coin from the County of Wied-Runkel, minted in 1758 during the reign of John Louis Adolph, is made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. This coin is interesting because it highlights the diverse materials used in coinage during that time period, and how different regions and rulers experimented with various metallic compositions to create currency that was both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Additionally, the fact that this coin was minted in a smaller German state, rather than a larger kingdom or empire, speaks to the diversity of coinage across different regions and political entities during this time.
