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10 Kreuzers - Leopold V
1623 year| Silver | 4.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | County of Tyrol (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Leopold V (1619-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1623 |
| Value | 10 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#73883 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of Arms in a circle. Parts 1 of Hungary, 2 of Bohemia, 3 part of Austria and Burgundy, 4 of Tyrol. Below arms of Altösterreich. The crown divides the legend on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX:BVRGVN:COMES:TIROLIS:
Unabridged legend: Dux Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers - Leopold V 1623 coin from the County of Tyrol (Austrian States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the region. The County of Tyrol was part of the Holy Roman Empire, and the coinage of the time reflected the complex political and economic relationships between the various states and territories. The 10 Kreuzers coin, made of silver and weighing 4.6 grams, would have been a significant amount of money for the average person, and its design and minting would have been carefully regulated by the authorities to ensure its authenticity and value. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of the County of Tyrol.
