1 Kreuzer - Frederick III - V (Wiener Neustadt) 1459 front 1 Kreuzer - Frederick III - V (Wiener Neustadt) 1459 back
1 Kreuzer - Frederick III - V (Wiener Neustadt) 1459 photo
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1 Kreuzer - Frederick III - V Wiener Neustadt

1459 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Frederick III (Friedrich III) (1453-1493)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1459
Value
1 Kreuzer
Currency
Pfennig (800-1500)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#170508
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Script: Latin (uncial)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire, minted in Wiener Neustadt in 1459, is that it features an image of Frederick III, also known as Frederick the Peaceful, on one side, and the Austrian coat of arms on the other. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, and was used for everyday transactions. Despite its age, some of these coins have survived the test of time and are now highly sought after by collectors.