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24 Kreuzer - Francis II
1800 year| Billon (.250 silver) | 9.35 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis II (1792-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1800 |
| Value | 24 Kreuzers (⅖) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 9.35 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#33675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value, date, mint mark and twigs. The word "erbländisch" refers to the "Habsburgischen Erblande", or the hereditary Habsburg territories.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
24
KREUTZER
ERBLAENDISCH
1800
A
Edge
Chain ornament
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 24 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change. The coin was issued in 1800, just a few years before the Austrian Empire was formed, and it features an image of Francis II, the last Holy Roman Emperor, on one side and the imperial eagle on the other. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during a period of significant economic and political upheaval, as the Austrian Empire was struggling to maintain its power and influence in Europe. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.
