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17 Kreuzer - Francis I
| Silver | 6.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1765 |
| Value | 17 Kreuzers (17⁄60) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
Double headed imperial eagle with arms of Lorraine and Tuscany. Value in Roman digits below. The legend starts at 1h.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI
XVII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 17 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Francis I, who was the first emperor of the House of Lorraine. This coin was minted in 1751 and was made of silver, weighing 6.1 grams. It was a standard circulation coin during that time and was widely used in trade and commerce.
