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6 Kreuzers - Louis III
| Billon (.350 silver) | 2.46 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt (Hesse-Darmstadt, German States) |
|---|---|
| Grand duke | Louis III (Ludwig III) (1848-1877) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1864-1867 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Gulden (1837-1872) |
| Composition | Billon (.350 silver) |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#133072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
3-line inscribed with denomination and date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
6
KREUZER
1864
Edge
Recessed squares
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 economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Louis III, who was the last grand duke of Hesse-Darmstadt before the territory was annexed by Prussia in 1866. The coin's mintage was a result of the need for a standardized currency across the German states, and it features an image of Louis III on one side and the Hesse-Darmstadt coat of arms on the other. Despite its relatively low value, the coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political and economic landscape of 19th-century Germany.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1864 | 52450 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1865 | 39020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1866 | 42770 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 | 59950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Kreuzers - Louis III 1864-1867 coin.
