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20 Kreuzers - Francis I
| Silver (.583) | 6.68 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1754-1765 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (⅓) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver (.583) |
| Weight | 6.68 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39191 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 48% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed eagle on pedestal containing value, flanked by branches. On breast, arms of Lorraine and Tuscany with order of the Golden Fleece.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI 1765 X
Translation: I put my hope in You, Lord
Comment
Existence of overdates 1760/59 NB and 1761/57 HA.Exemples of variability in details (wreath, palm, feathers, position of legend, size of letters etc). Same for obverse. E.g. with 1756 HA, 1763 WI and 1756 GR.
