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20 Kreuzers - Ferdinand V War of Independence Coinage
1848 year| Silver (.583) | 6.68 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Period | War of Independence (1848-1849) |
| King | Ferdinand V (V. Ferdinánd) (1835-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1848 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (Krajczár) (⅓) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Florin (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 6.68 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Madonna with child
Script: Latin
Lettering: SZ · MÁRIA IST · ANNYA MAGY · OR · VÉDŐJE 1848
Translation:
Szent Mária Isten anyja Magyarország védője
Protector of Hungary, Virgin Maria, Mother of God
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In the Hungarian war of independence, some of the 20 Krajczár coins were manufactured in a way, that messengers could carry tiny documents hidden within the inside of the coin. The coin can be unscrewed carefully and a document can be placed inside, then hidden among the other coins, messengers could pass military and police checkpoints:Images Numismatics.hu
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers - Ferdinand V (War of Independence Coinage) 1848 from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great historical significance. The coin was issued during the Hungarian Revolution of 1848, which was a period of political upheaval and conflict in the region. The coin's design, featuring Ferdinand V, was a symbol of the Habsburg monarchy and the Austrian Empire's influence over Hungary at the time. Despite the turmoil, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into the complex history of Europe during the 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 K B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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