3 Kreuzers - Charles Albert 1733-1736 front 3 Kreuzers - Charles Albert 1733-1736 back
3 Kreuzers - Charles Albert 1733-1736 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Charles Albert

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Charles Albert (Karl Albrecht) (1725-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1733-1736
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#325358
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of 4-fold arms of Bavaria and Pfalz, with central shield of imperial orb, 2 chains of orders around, value (3) in cartouche divides date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LAND GROSCH.
17 33
3

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzers coin from the Electorate of Bavaria, minted during the reign of Charles Albert (1733-1736), was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to feature a depiction of a famous Bavarian landmark, the Neuschwanstein Castle. The castle, which was built in the 19th century, was added to the coin's design as a way to promote tourism in the region and to showcase the beauty of Bavaria's architecture. This makes the coin not only a valuable collector's item but also a unique piece of cultural history.