2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Leopold I 1841-1843 front 2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Leopold I 1841-1843 back
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2 Thalers / 3½ Gulden - Leopold I

 
Silver (.900) 37.12 g 41.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Baden (Baden, German States)
Grand duke
Leopold I (1830-1852)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1841-1843
Value
2 Thaler / 3½ Gulden (3.5)
Currency
Gulden (1837-1872)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
37.12 g
Diameter
41.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#39573
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Value and date in wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VEREINSMUNZE

GULDEN
2
THALER
1842
VII EINE F. MARK

Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt

Edge

Lettering: CONVENTION VOM * 30 IULY * 1838

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the Grand Duchy of Baden. The coin was introduced in 1841, just a few years after the Grand Duchy had adopted the Gulden as its standard currency, replacing the previously used Thaler. This change was made to simplify the currency system and make it more compatible with the emerging global economy. The coin's design, featuring Leopold I, the ruler of Baden at the time, was also a departure from previous coins, which had featured the coat of arms of the Grand Duchy. This change in design was a nod to the growing trend of featuring rulers on coins, which was popular in other European countries at the time. Overall, this coin represents an interesting moment in the history of the Grand Duchy of Baden, as it reflects the state's efforts to modernize and adapt to changing economic and political circumstances.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1841  231260 - - - - - -
1842  33080 - - - - - -
1843  35300 - - - - - -

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