1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1703-1706 front 1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1703-1706 back
1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1703-1706 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Anthony III

 
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
County of Montfort-Peggau (German States)
Count
Anthony III (Anton III) (1693-1733)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1703-1706
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄90)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#404014
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Oval shield with imperial eagle, superimposed on double-cross, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONT FORTI ENSIS 1704

Translation: Of Montfort.

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the County of Montfort-Peggau, issued during the reign of Anthony III (1703-1706), was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. This coin was significant because it was one of the first coins to be issued by the County of Montfort-Peggau, and it marked the beginning of a new era in the region's monetary system. Additionally, the coin's design featured the image of Anthony III, which made it a unique and distinctive piece of currency for the time period.