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6 Kreuzers - Louis I
| Billon (.343 silver) | 2.43 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis I (Ludwig I) (1806-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1821-1833 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1806-1837) |
| Composition | Billon (.343 silver) |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* SCHEIDEMÜNZE *
6
KREU
ZER
1828
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers coin from the Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis I, who was the first Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt and ruled from 1821 to 1833. During his reign, Louis I implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and government of Hesse-Darmstadt, including the introduction of a new currency system. The 6 Kreuzers coin was part of this new currency system and was designed to be more durable and practical for everyday use than previous coins. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained the traditional Billon composition of 34.3% silver and weighed 2.43 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1827 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Kreuzers - Louis I 1821-1833 coin.
