1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1696 front 1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1696 back
1 Kreuzer - Anthony III 1696 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Anthony III

1696 year
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
County of Montfort-Peggau (German States)
Count
Anthony III (Anton III) (1693-1733)
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1696
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄90)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#407475
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle with imperial orb with value on breast surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LEOPOLD:D·G·R:IM·S·A
1

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) made of Billon, issued in 1696 during the reign of Anthony III, features a unique design element - a stylized depiction of a lion on the obverse side. This lion symbol was a common motif in the heraldry of the Montfort family, who ruled the county at the time. The use of this symbol on the coin was a way to showcase the county's history and cultural identity.