1/2 Gulden 1838 (Hesse-Darmstadt, Louis II)
Photo by: Fritz Rudolf Künker, Lübke & Wiedemann
Specification
- MetalSilver (0,900)
- Weight5,3 g
- Pure silver (0,1534 oz) 4,77 g
- Diameter24 mm
- EdgePlain
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC1,080,000
Description
- CountryHesse-Darmstadt
- PeriodLouis II
- Denomination1/2 Gulden
- Year1838
- RulerLouis II (Grand Duke of Hesse)
- MintDarmstadt
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the Hesse-Darmstadt 1/2 Gulden 1838 . This silver coin from the times of Louis II struck at the Darmstadt Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 4133 sold at the Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG auction for EUR 480. Bidding took place March 25, 2022.
How much is the silver coin of Louis II 1/2 Gulden 1838?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 1/2 Gulden 1838 is 200 USD for regular strike and 230 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 1/2 Gulden 1838?
The information on the current value of the Hesse-Darmstadt coin 1/2 Gulden 1838 is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the 1/2 Gulden 1838?
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