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6 Kreuzers - Leopold I

 
Billon (.375 silver) 2.227 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand Duchy of Baden (Baden, German States)
Grand duke
Leopold I (1830-1852)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1831-1837
Value
6 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Gulden (1819-1837)
Composition
Billon (.375 silver)
Weight
2.227 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36798
Rarity index
40%

Reverse

Wreath surrounding denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
6
KREUZER
1832

Comment

There are two varieties of this coin. KM#198.1 has a letter D on the truncation of the Grand Duke's neck, KM#198.2 does not.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1831-1837 coin from the Grand Duchy of Baden is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in the region. The coin was introduced in 1831, just a few years after the Congress of Vienna, which had established the German Confederation and created a new political landscape in Europe. The coin's mintage was also a response to the growing need for a standardized currency across the German states. Additionally, the 6 Kreuzers coin was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, which was a common practice during that time period. The use of Billon was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver or gold. The coin's weight of 2.227 grams was also a standard weight for coins of its denomination during that time. Overall, the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1831-1837 coin from the Grand Duchy of Baden is an interesting piece of history that reflects the economic and political changes that were taking place in Europe during the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1831  861540 - - - - - -
1832  929450 - - - - - -
1833  1002930 - - - - - -
1834  898470 - - - - - -
1835  1025350 - - - - - -
1836  917480 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1831-1837 coin.