© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
6 Kreuzers - Frederick Günther
| Billon (.333 silver) | 2.59 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Principality of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt (Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Frederick Günther (Friedrich Günther) (1814-1867) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1840-1846 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1710-1868) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#95198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with date and denomination within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 6 // KREUZER // 1846
Edge
Smooth with small squares in hollow
Comment
The total print run for the three vintages is 165,000 strikes. Interesting fact
The 6 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Frederick Günther, who was the ruling prince of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt from 1840 to 1846. The coin features an image of Frederick Günther on one side and the coat of arms of Schwarzburg-Rudolstadt on the other. It was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, and weighed 2.59 grams. Despite its relatively small size, the coin was an important part of the local economy in the German States during the 19th century.
