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20 Kreuzer
| Silver | - | 28.2 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Augsburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1276-1803) |
| Emperor | Francis I (Franz I) (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1761-1765 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅙) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 28.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Double-headed imperial eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: FRANC·D·G·RO·IMP·S·A·GE·IE·REX·LO·B·M·H·DUX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzer coin from the Free City of Augsburg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Francis I (1745-1765), who was instrumental in introducing a number of economic and monetary reforms in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin's design, featuring the Imperial Eagle on one side and the Augsburg coat of arms on the other, reflects the city's status as a free imperial city and its connection to the larger imperial system. Despite being minted over 250 years ago, this coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
