½ Kreuzer - Joseph II 1780-1790 front ½ Kreuzer - Joseph II 1780-1790 back
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½ Kreuzer - Joseph II

 
Copper 4 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Joseph II (1780-1790)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1780-1790
Value
½ Kreuzer (1⁄120)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#18662
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Value, date in wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/2
KREUTZER
1781.

Interesting fact

The ½ Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1780 and 1790 during the reign of Joseph II, features an interesting design element. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of a crowned eagle, which symbolizes the empire's power and authority. However, if you look closely, you'll notice that the eagle is depicted with its wings spread wide, which is a departure from the traditional depiction of eagles on coins. This design choice was made to represent Joseph II's vision of a more powerful and expanded Austrian Empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1781 A - - - - - -
1781 B - - - - - -
1781 S - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Kreuzer - Joseph II 1780-1790 coin.