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½ Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II Type
| Silver (.873) | 14.72 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph II (1780-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1790 |
| Value | ½ Kronenthaler (63⁄40) |
| Currency | Florin (1744-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.873) |
| Weight | 14.72 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Burgundian cross divides three crowns, decorated with the Order of the Golden Fleece. Date at top left. Legend around for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Lotharingiae Brabantiae Comes Flandriae".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH·AVST·DVX·BVRG·LOTH·BRAB·COM·FLAN·
1788·
Edge
Embossed text
Lettering: VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II (Type 2) coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his attempts to modernize and centralize the Habsburg monarchy. This coin, minted between 1786 and 1790, features an image of Joseph II on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.873) and weighs 14.72 grams. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1789 A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II (Type 2) 1786-1790 coin.
