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6 Kreuzers - William II
| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Hesse (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | William II (1821-1847) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1826-1828 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Thaler (1803-1840) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#173818 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
3-line inscription with denomination between rosettes, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
6
KREUZER
1827
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck for circulation in Upper Hesse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers coin from the Electorate of Hesse (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) made of Billon is that it was minted during the reign of William II, who was the last ruler of the Electorate of Hesse before it was annexed by Prussia in 1866.
