30 Kreuzers - Charles Louis 1658-1661 front 30 Kreuzers - Charles Louis 1658-1661 back
30 Kreuzers - Charles Louis 1658-1661 photo
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30 Kreuzers - Charles Louis

 
Silver 9.58 g -
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Charles I Louis (Karl I Ludwig) (1648-1680)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1658-1661
Value
30 Kreuzers (¼)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
9.58 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#196459
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3 small shields of arms, 2 above 1, lower shield divides date, electoral hat above all, value (30) at bottom.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 30 Kreuzers coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Thirty Years War had recently ended, and the Palatinate was struggling to rebuild and maintain its independence. Despite these challenges, the coinage during this period remained consistent and of high quality, with the 30 Kreuzers coin being a prime example. Its silver content and detailed design made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it remains a sought-after collector's item to this day.