6 Kreuzers - Frederick William Constantin 1840-1847 front 6 Kreuzers - Frederick William Constantin 1840-1847 back
6 Kreuzers - Frederick William Constantin 1840-1847 photo

6 Kreuzers - Frederick William Constantin

 
Billon (.333 silver) 2.59 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Hohenzollern-Hechingen (German States)
Prince
Constantine (Konstantin) (1838-1849)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1840-1847
Value
6 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon (.333 silver)
Weight
2.59 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#83304
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date and denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
6
KREUZER
1841

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Germany. The Principality of Hohenzollern-Hechingen was a small state located in what is now the state of Baden-Württemberg, and it was one of many German states that were undergoing significant political and economic changes during the mid-19th century. The coin's mintage coincided with the Revolutions of 1848, a series of uprisings that swept across Europe and led to the overthrow of many monarchies and the establishment of new governments. Despite this turmoil, the 6 Kreuzers coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1841  24000 - - - - - -
1842  26000 - - - - - -
1845  25000 - - - - - -
1846  25000 - - - - - -
1847  26000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Kreuzers - Frederick William Constantin 1840-1847 coin.