¼ Kreuzer - Francis I (Vienna) 1746 front ¼ Kreuzer - Francis I (Vienna) 1746 back
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¼ Kreuzer - Francis I Vienna

1746 year
Billon 0.4 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1746
Value
¼ Kreuzer (1⁄240)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.4 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#77755
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Uniface coin, blank.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. This was a common practice during that time period, as it was more cost-effective than using pure silver or gold. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still held significant value and was widely used in trade and commerce.