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5 Gulden - Louis II
| Gold (.904) | 3.425 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis II (Ludwig II) (1830-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1835-1842 |
| Value | 5 Gulden (25⁄12) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1806-1837) |
| Composition | Gold (.904) |
| Weight | 3.425 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#82351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned and draped arms, date and denomination in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FÜNF GULDEN
H 18 42 R
Engraver: Hector Roessler
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Gulden - Louis II 1835-1842 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 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, Louis II implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and government of Hesse-Darmstadt, including the introduction of a new currency system. The 5 Gulden coin was part of this new currency system and was intended to replace the earlier Thaler currency that had been used in the region for centuries. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained the traditional design elements of the previous currency, including the image of the ruling Grand Duke on the obverse and the coat of arms of Hesse-Darmstadt on the reverse.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1835 CV-HR | 22000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Gulden - Louis II 1835-1842 coin.
