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1 Kreuzer - Francis I Kupferkreutzer
| Copper | 10.6 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1749-1765 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Value and date within ornated frame, mintmark below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EIN
KREUTZER
1763
W ·
Edge
In relief
Comment
Similar coins with Hungarian mintmarks, see on below linkInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer - Francis I (Kupferkreutzer) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian Empire. The coin was introduced in 1749, just a few years after the death of Emperor Charles VI, who had ruled the empire for over 30 years. His death led to a period of political instability, as his daughter, Maria Theresa, fought to maintain her power and secure her position as the rightful heir to the throne. Despite these challenges, the minting of the 1 Kreuzer coin continued, and it remained a widely used denomination throughout the reign of Francis I, who ruled from 1749 to 1765. This coin is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Austrian Empire during a time of great change and upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1760 W | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1762 W | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Kreuzer - Francis I (Kupferkreutzer) 1749-1765 coin.
