5 Kreuzer - Charles Theodor 1765-1766 front 5 Kreuzer - Charles Theodor 1765-1766 back
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5 Kreuzer - Charles Theodor

 
Billon 1.85 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Electors of the Palatinate (Palatinate, German States)
Elector palatine
Charles IV Theodore (Karl IV Theodor) (1742-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1765-1766
Value
5 Kreuzers (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.85 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
0.7 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#88839
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned three fold arms with laurel branches around, date separated on top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
240 Eine feine marck
17 66
A. IV ST______

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Kreuzer coin from the Electors of the Palatinate is that it was minted during the reign of Charles Theodor, who was the last Elector of the Palatinate before the region was annexed by Bavaria in 1777. This coin is a rare example of the currency used during that time period and is highly sought after by collectors.