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1 Corona - Francis Joseph I
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1916) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1916 |
| Value | 1 Crown (1 Krone) |
| Currency | Crown (1892-1918) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Imperial crown between laurel springs, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
1915
Engravers: Anton Scharf, Andreas Neudeck
Edge
Smooth with the personal motto of the Emperor as Emperor of Austria
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRIBVS VNITIS
Translation: With united strength
Comment
this coin was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union at the rate of one crown for one franc
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Corona coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was introduced in 1912, just a few years before the outbreak of World War I, which would ultimately lead to the downfall of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the rise of new nations in Europe. Despite this turmoil, the coin remained in circulation until 1916, when it was replaced by a new currency. This fact highlights the coin's resilience and the enduring legacy of the Austrian Empire's currency, even in the face of significant historical events.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 8457000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 9345000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 37897000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 | 23000134 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 12415404 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Corona - Francis Joseph I 1912-1916 coin.
