© Jean Elsen & ses fils
© Jean Elsen & ses fils
6 Sols - Joseph II
| Silver (.653) | 3.25 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Joseph II (1780-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1789 |
| Value | 6 Sols (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Sol (?-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.653) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#36181 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Face value and mint year in three lines. Below an angel's head (Brussels mint mark)
Script: Latin
Lettering: VI ꟾ SOLS ꟾ 1789
Engraver: Theodore van Berckel
Edge
Plain
Comment
The positioning of the legend varies per year:The year 1789 has a cross at the tip of the shield, which is not the case for the year 1786.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 6 Sols - Joseph II 1786-1789 from Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) made of Silver (.653) weighing 3.25 g is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and the Duke of Luxembourg from 1786 to 1789. He was known for his enlightened reforms and his efforts to modernize the economy and administration of the Duchy. The coin's design and mintage reflect the economic and political changes that were taking place during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1786 | 70755 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1789 | 52931 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Sols - Joseph II 1786-1789 coin.
