Charles Eugene
The coins under Charles Eugene, Duke of Württemberg from 1744 to 1793, represent a significant period in German numismatics. This era was marked by cultural and economic developments reflected in the coins. Charles Eugene was renowned for his extravagant court and cultural interests, evident in the architecture and art of his time.
His coins are characterized by their artistic design and often bear the coat of arms of Württemberg or other symbolic motifs. Some of the most notable coins include the convention thaler, minted according to the 1753 coinage convention.
Nominal Values, Materials, and Motifs:
- Nominal Values: 1/2 Kreuzer, 5 Kreuzer, Groschen, Thaler
- Materials: Copper, Silver
- Motifs: Württemberg coat of arms, Portrait of the Duke, Hunting Order