3 Kreuzer 1838-1846 front 3 Kreuzer 1838-1846 back
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3 Kreuzer

 
Billon (.333 silver) 1.299 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Free imperial city of Frankfurt (German States)
Period
Free City (1372-1866)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1838-1846
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Gulden (1838-1866)
Composition
Billon (.333 silver)
Weight
1.299 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#41807
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Value & Date in centre

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
KREUZER
(Date)

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzer coin from the Free Imperial City of Frankfurt (German States) was minted during a time of economic and political change in Europe. The coin was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, and weighed 1.299 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a means of exchange during the Frankfurt Constitution, a period of political and economic reform in the German states. The coin's design featured the Imperial Eagle on one side and the coat of arms of Frankfurt on the other, symbolizing the city's connection to the larger German state. Despite its small denomination, the 3 Kreuzer coin played an important role in the economy of Frankfurt and the surrounding region during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1838  80000 - - - - - -
1841  85000 - - - - - -
1842  109000 - - - - - -
1843  89000 - - - - - -
1846  154000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzer 1838-1846 coin.