2 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1576-1581 front 2 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1576-1581 back
2 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1576-1581 photo
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2 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria Graz

 
Silver 1.42 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Styria (Austrian States)
Duke
Charles II Francis (1564-1590)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1576-1581
Value
2 Kreuzers (1⁄30)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.42 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#85651
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned arms of Styria in a circle, value below in a circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AVSTRI DVX (2) BVR STY Z date

Comment

Ref Pichler#31
# 4b in Hahn (2010) Die (inner)österreichische Münzprägung unter Erzherzog Karl (II.), Money Trend 09.2010

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Styria is that it features an image of Charles II Francis of Austria, who was the ruler of the region at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Styria on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic flourishing in the region, and its design reflects the Renaissance style that was popular during that period.