3 Kreuzers - Louis III 1864-1867 front 3 Kreuzers - Louis III 1864-1867 back
3 Kreuzers - Louis III 1864-1867 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Louis III

 
Billon (.250 silver) 1.23 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States)
Grand duke
Louis III (Ludwig III) (1848-1877)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1864-1867
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Gulden (1837-1872)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
1.23 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#29833
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Name and date in a crown of oak leaves.Automatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
KREUZER
1864

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was introduced in 1864, just a few years before the formation of the North German Confederation in 1867, which marked the beginning of a unified German state. The coin's design, featuring Louis III, the Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt, and the Hesse-Darmstadt coat of arms, reflects the region's rich history and cultural heritage. Despite being a standard circulation coin, the 3 Kreuzers coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1864  95300 - - - - - -
1865  87480 - - - - - -
1866  89840 - - - - - -
1867  76700 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - Louis III 1864-1867 coin.