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1 Kreuzer - Anthony III
| Silver | 0.53 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Anthony III (Anton III) (1693-1733) |
| Emperor | Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1711-1731 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄90) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.53 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#72699 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed Imperial eagle with value on breast. Legend (start 1h) "Carolus VI Dei Gratia Romanorum Imperator Semper Augustus".
Script: Latin
Lettering: CAR VI D G R I S A 1721 *
Translation: Karl VI, By the Grace of God, Emperor of the Romans Always August
Comment
Due to the immense coin production under Anton III (about 60 million Kreuzer coins in seven years) this resulted into a depletion of the value of Kreuzer coins and a decrease in minting quality of the coins. This resulted in a financial crash in the whole of southern Germany.Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the County of Montfort-Peggau, minted during the reign of Anthony III (1711-1731), features an image of the county's coat of arms on one side and the ruler's name and title on the other. The coat of arms includes a depiction of a pegasus, which is a mythical horse with wings, symbolizing the county's name "Peggau." This coin was made of silver and weighs 0.53 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
