¼ Kreuzer - Maria Theresia 1777-1779 front ¼ Kreuzer - Maria Theresia 1777-1779 back
¼ Kreuzer - Maria Theresia 1777-1779 photo
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¼ Kreuzer - Maria Theresia

 
Copper - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1777-1779
Value
¼ Kreuzer (1⁄240)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Copper
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#418579
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value and date in cartouche

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/4
KREUTZER
1777
S

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresia, who was one of the most influential women in European history. She ruled the Austrian Empire for 40 years and made significant reforms in areas such as education, healthcare, and administration, which helped to modernize and strengthen the empire. The coin itself is made of copper and features an image of Maria Theresia on one side and the imperial eagle on the other. It was used as a standard circulation coin during her reign and remains a popular collector's item today.