3 Kreuzer - Ferdinand III of Austria - Tuscany 1803-1805 front 3 Kreuzer - Ferdinand III of Austria - Tuscany 1803-1805 back
3 Kreuzer - Ferdinand III of Austria - Tuscany 1803-1805 photo
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3 Kreuzer - Ferdinand III of Austria - Tuscany

 
Billon 1.3 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Salzburg (Austrian States)
Prince-archbishop
Ferdinand III of Tuscany (1803-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1803-1805
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.3 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#85008
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value in Roman characters, date below in a wreath, legend above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
KURF SAL SCHEIDMÜNZ
III
KREUTZER
1805

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzer coin from the Bishopric of Salzburg is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand III of Austria, who was also the Grand Duke of Tuscany. This was a time of Napoleonic Wars and the coin's minting was likely a response to the economic demands of the time, as the Austrian Empire sought to maintain its power and influence in the region. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of early 19th century Europe.