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6 Sols - Leopold II
1790 year| Silver (.653) | 3.2 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Luxembourg (Luxembourg) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Leopold II (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1790 |
| Value | 6 Sols (3⁄10) |
| Currency | Sol (?-1795) |
| Composition | Silver (.653) |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#36106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Face value, mint year and mint letter in four lines. External pearling.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VI ꟾ SOLS ꟾ 1790 ꟾ H
Engraver: Jean-Baptiste Wurschbauer
Edge
Plain
Comment
Probst mentions a variant with a thinner 'H' (L259-2), which is not confirmed by other authors.Weiller reported an error in mint year, minted on a copper planchet.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Sols - Leopold II 1790 coin from the Duchy of Luxembourg is that it features a unique design element - the portrait of Leopold II is surrounded by a wreath made of oak leaves and berries, which symbolizes strength and prosperity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 H | 727651 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Sols - Leopold II 1790 coin.
