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10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I

 
Billon (.400 silver) 1.66 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1916)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1868-1869
Value
10 Kreuzers (Krajczár) (0.10)
Currency
Florin (decimalized, 1857-1892)
Composition
Billon (.400 silver)
Weight
1.66 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 December 1896
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#27110
Rarity index
25%

Reverse

Crown of St. Stephen above denomination and date surrounded by legend, Wreath below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MAGYAR KIRÁLYI VÁLTÓ PÉNZ
10
KRAJCZÁR
1869

Translation: Hungarian Royal Currency

Engraver: Johann Pfeiffer

Edge

Plain

Comment

KB mintmark: ÉH#1476a (H#2161)
GYF mintmark: ÉH#1476b (H#2162)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I 1868-1869 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Francis Joseph I, who ruled the Austro-Hungarian Empire from 1848 to 1916. This was a period of significant political and social turmoil, marked by the Revolutions of 1848, the rise of nationalism, and the subsequent formation of the dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Hungary during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1868 GYF 500000 - - - - - -
1868 KB 1600000 - - - - - -
1869 GYF 2747272 - - - - - -
1869 KB 12746767 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I 1868-1869 coin.