¼ Kreuzer - Joseph II
1772 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Regent | Joseph II (1765-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1772 |
| Value | ¼ Kreuzer (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#317745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Curved inscription (value in vertical arrangement, date, and mintmark) in cartouche
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/4
KREUTZER
1772
W.
Edge
Plain
Comment
For a similar Hungarian issues, see below:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the arts and education. This coin, made of copper, was a standard circulation coin during his reign and features an image of the emperor on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other.
