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1 Kreuzer - Leopold I Breslau
| Silver | 0.73 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Royal Mint of Silesia |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1659-1665 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned, double headed imperial eagle with value on breast, divides the mint mark G H. Legend (start 1h) for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae & Silesiae".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHIDUX A DUX B & SIL 1661
G H
Comment
KM# is attributed to German states.Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Royal Mint of Silesia, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1659-1665), was made of silver and weighed 0.73 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the currency system in the Holy Roman Empire during that time. It was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the economic power of the Empire.
