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20 Steuerkreuzer - Anthony III ND
1723 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Anthony III (Anton III) (1693-1733) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1723 |
| Value | 20 Kreuzers (2⁄9) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#407480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 line inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
✤X✿X✤
STEUR
KREUZER
✿
Comment
Coin struck in lower silver content to be used by years end for the populations payments for Taxes. These coins however remained in usage for daily payments in the lands of the counts of Montfort. Kreuzer Landmünze coins used a simmilar system of striking coins of lower silver content for usage in the own land territory.
20 Steuerkreuzer where equal to 8 regular Kreuzer.
Interesting fact
The 20 Steuerkreuzer coin from County of Montfort-Peggau (German States) made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1723, during the reign of Anthony III, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States. The use of silver in the coin's minting was significant because it was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time, and it reflected the growing economic influence of the region. Additionally, the coin's design, which features an image of Anthony III, is notable for its artistic and historical value, as it provides a glimpse into the cultural and political currents of the time. Overall, the 20 Steuerkreuzer coin is an interesting artifact that provides insight into the economic, political, and cultural developments of 18th century Europe.
