1 Kreuzer - Leopold I (Graz) 1666-1705 front 1 Kreuzer - Leopold I (Graz) 1666-1705 back
1 Kreuzer - Leopold I (Graz) 1666-1705 photo
© H. D. Rauch

1 Kreuzer - Leopold I Graz

 
Silver 0.71 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Archduke
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1666-1705
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.71 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#38916
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Styria shields over 2 angled crosses, the smallest within a circle, the largest divides the legend. Date and mint mark divided by the cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHI D AVST D BVRG STYRIÆ

Interesting fact

The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1666-1705), was made of silver and weighed 0.71 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the time, serving as a widely used denomination for everyday transactions. Its design featured an image of the emperor on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Austrian Empire.