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½ Couronne / Kronenthaler - Leopold II
| Silver (.873) | 14.72 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leopold II (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1792 |
| 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#28684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Burgundian cross divides three crowns, decorated with the Order of the Golden Fleece. Legend around for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Lotharingiae Brabantiae Comes Flandriae".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH·AVST·DVX·BVRG·LOTH·BRAB·COM·FLAN·
1791·
Engraver: Théodore Van Berckel
Edge
Dotted line
Lettering: PIETATE ET CONCORDIA
Interesting fact
The ½ Couronne / Kronenthaler coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) minted during the reign of Leopold II (1790-1792) was the first silver coin to be issued in the region that would eventually become Belgium. It was a significant departure from the traditional copper coins that were previously used, and its introduction marked a turning point in the country's monetary system.
