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3 Kreuzers - Louis II
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1838-1842 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Gulden (1837-1872) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#59713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
3
KREUZER
1838
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis II, who was the Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt from 1830 until his death in 1842. During his reign, there was a significant increase in industrialization and trade in the region, which led to a growing need for a standardized currency. The 3 Kreuzers coin was one of the coins that were introduced during this time to meet this need, and it remained in circulation until the end of the German States period in 1871.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 | 280000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - Louis II 1838-1842 coin.
