20 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1776-1780 front 20 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1776-1780 back
20 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1776-1780 photo
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20 Kreuzers - Joseph II

 
Silver (.583) 6.7 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Regent
Joseph II (1765-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1776-1780
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅓)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
6.7 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#78626
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned double headed imperial eagle with arms of Austria and Lorraine. Value in a frame below, surrounded by laurel and palms. Mintmasters' marks divided by the tail feathers.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO · 1768 X
I.G. F.A.
20

Translation: Virtue and example

Comment

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the arts and education.