1 Kreuzer - Ferdinand II Graz
| Billon (.312 silver) | - | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1634-1636 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon (.312 silver) |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Single shield of arms of Styria in the center superimposed on a double cross within the inner circle. Legend for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Styriae".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCH . AVS . DVX . BVR . STYRIA
1634
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1634 and 1636, is that it was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and copper. Specifically, the coin contains 0.312 silver, which is relatively low compared to other coins of its time. This is notable because it reflects the economic and political context of the Austrian Empire during that period, when there was a shortage of silver and other precious metals, leading to the use of alternative materials in coin production.
