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15 Kreuzers - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler
| Silver | 6.4 g | 28.23 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1750 |
| Value | 15 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.4 g |
| Diameter | 28.23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#317360 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned, double-headed imperial eagle with arms of Lorraine and Tuscany. Value in Roman digits below. The legend starts at 1 o'clock. Mintmark divided by the value (XV) under tail.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI 1749
K XV B
Translation: I put my hope in You, Lord
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Kreuzers coin featuring Francis I of Lorraine is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Hungary. The coin was issued in 1747, just a year after the Hungarian Jacobite uprising, which aimed to overthrow the Habsburg dynasty and install Francis I as the king of Hungary. Despite the political upheaval, the coin remained in circulation until 1750, when Francis I's co-rulership came to an end. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complex history and political intrigue of 18th-century Europe.
