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20 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I
| Silver (.583) | 6.6 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand I (1835-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1835-1836 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅓) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 6.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle with Habsburg-Lorraine and Austria arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HVNG. BOH. LOMB. ET VEN. 20 GAL. LOD. IL. REX. A. A. date
Translation: King of Hungary, Bohemia, Lombardy and Venetia, Galicia, Lodomeria, Illyria, Archduke of Austria.
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I 1835-1836 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic change in the region. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Emperor Ferdinand I in 1835, which aimed to standardize the currency across the empire and simplify trade. The coin's design, featuring an image of the emperor on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, was meant to symbolize the power and unity of the Austrian Empire. Despite its silver content, the coin was not widely accepted outside of the empire's borders, and its value fluctuated frequently due to the region's economic instability. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, offering a glimpse into the complex economic history of 19th-century Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1835 C | 295000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I 1835-1836 coin.
