15 Kreuzers - Leopold I
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1690 |
| Value | 15 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#189287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Glorified and crowned radiant Madonna seated with child on her left arm, scepter in the right divides mintmark in the middle
Crowned twofold Hungarian shield below
Inscription on a ribbon, date on the top - on the ribbon
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 1689
K B
Translation: Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 15 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1657 to 1705. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The silver content of the coin was 0.2334 troy oz, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in Hungary during that time. It's worth noting that the coin's design and silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency during a time when many other coins were being debased or devalued due to excessive minting or manipulation. The 15 Kreuzers coin was seen as a stable store of value and was widely accepted in trade and commerce throughout Hungary and other parts of Europe.
