10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I (Mule) 1868 front 10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I (Mule) 1868 back
10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I (Mule) 1868 photo
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10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I Mule

1868 year
Billon (.400 silver) 1.66 g 17.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Francis Joseph I (Franz Joseph I) (1848-1916)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1868
Value
10 Kreuzers (Krajczár) (0.10)
Currency
Florin (decimalized, 1857-1892)
Composition
Billon (.400 silver)
Weight
1.66 g
Diameter
17.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#33838
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crown above value, date and sprigs

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VÁLTÓ PÉNZ
10
KRAJCZÁR
1868

Comment

ARTEX Restrike with rosette.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers - Francis Joseph I (Mule) 1868 coin from Hungary is that it features a unique combination of designs from two different coinage systems. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the portrait of Francis Joseph I, while the reverse (back) side features the Hungarian coat of arms. This combination is known as a "mule" in numismatics, and it was created due to a mistake in the minting process. The coin was minted in 1868, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1868 KB 1000 - - - - - -

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