3 Kreuzers - Charles II Louis Frederick 1813-1817 front 3 Kreuzers - Charles II Louis Frederick 1813-1817 back
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3 Kreuzers - Charles II Louis Frederick

 
Billon (.313 silver) 1.247 g 17.53 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Baden (Baden, German States)
Grand duke
Charles II Louis Frederick (Karl II Ludwig Friedrich) (1811-1818)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1813-1817
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄48)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1771-1819)
Composition
Billon (.313 silver)
Weight
1.247 g
Diameter
17.53 mm
Thickness
0.75 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#63403
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Denomination within branches.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
KREUT=
ZER

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Grand Duchy of Baden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles II Louis Frederick, who was the Grand Duke of Baden from 1813 to 1817. During this period, the German states were undergoing a process of modernization and centralization, and the coinage system was an important part of this process. The 3 Kreuzers coin was one of the first coins to be minted in the new decimal system that was introduced in Baden during this time, and it was designed to be more efficient and practical for everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that reflects the economic and political changes that were taking place in Europe during the early 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1814  280000 - - - - - -
1815  214000 - - - - - -
1816  243000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - Charles II Louis Frederick 1813-1817 coin.