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1 Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II Type
| Silver (.873) | 29.44 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph II (1780-1790) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1783-1790 |
| Value | 1 Kronenthaler (63⁄20) |
| Currency | Florin (1744-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.873) |
| Weight | 29.44 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Floriated cross of Burgundy with 3 crowns in upper angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH · AVST · DVX · BVRG LOTH · BRAB · COM · FLAN ·
1784·
Unabridged legend: Archidvx Avstriae Dvx Bvrgvndiae Lotharingiae Brabantiae Comes Flandriae
Translation: Archduke of Austria, Duke of Burgundy, of Lorraine and Brabant, Count of Flanders
Engraver: Théodore van Berckel
Edge
Smooth with pattern and lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO
Translation: Virtue and example
Comment
Called "Kronentaler" or "thaler with crowns", "crocione" in Italy. Type II has the date on the left of the crown, type I the date is on top divided at center.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II (Type 2) coin from Austrian Netherlands (Belgium) is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his attempts to modernize and centralize the Habsburg monarchy. This coin, which was minted from 1783 to 1790, features an image of Joseph II on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.873) and weighs 29.44 grams. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1786 M | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1788 B | 1197000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Couronne / Kronenthaler - Joseph II (Type 2) 1783-1790 coin.
