© Auktionen Frühwald
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1 Kreuzer - Leopold I St Veit
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1659-1668 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#126385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Oval shield above 2 shifted crosses, one digit of the date per sector.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH // AVS ET // CARIN // D BVR
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1659-1668), was made of silver and had a unique feature - it was the first coin to bear the image of a ruler on both sides. The obverse side featured a portrait of Leopold I, while the reverse side featured an image of the Holy Roman Emperor, St. Veit. This coin was a significant departure from the traditional coinage of the time, which typically featured religious symbols or motifs. The use of a ruler's image on both sides of the coin was a bold move that reflected the growing power and influence of the Austrian Empire during that period.
