15 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1741-1742 front 15 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1741-1742 back
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15 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia Vienna

 
Silver 6.3 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1741-1742
Value
15 Kreuzer (¼)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.3 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#160752
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms flanked by branches. To the centre the arms of Austria, on top the patriarchal cross of Hungary and the lion of Bohemia, below the arms of Austria and ancient Burgundy. Below the valur in roman numerals. Legend around for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae Comes Tyrolis".

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DUX (XV) BURG COM TYR date

Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae Comes Tyrolis

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 15 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Vienna) 1741-1742 coin is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was known for her efforts to promote education, art, and commerce in the Austrian Empire. The coin's design features an image of the Empress on one side and the Imperial Eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and influence of the Habsburg dynasty during that time.