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20 Kreuzers - William IX under guardianship of Maria of England
1764 year| Silver | 6.49 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Hanau-Münzenberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Regent | Mary (1760-1765) |
| Count | William IX (1760-1803) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1764 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅓) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.49 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#198939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value, date within cartouche.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARIA D:G:LANDG:HASS:N:PR:M:B:FR: & H:T: & COM:HAN:ADM:
20 I.I.E.
Unabridged legend: Maria Dei Gratia Landgravia Hassiae Nata Principissa Magnae Britanniae Franciae & Hiberniae Tutrix & Comitatus Hanoviae Administratrix
Comment
Hoffm.2578Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1764, during the reign of William IX, who was the last count of Hanau-Münzenberg. The county was facing significant financial difficulties and was eventually annexed by the neighboring Landgraviate of Hesse-Kassel in 1764. This coin may have been minted as a way to help alleviate some of the financial pressures facing the county, and it is a unique piece of history that has survived to this day.
