© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
3 Kreuzer - Joseph II / Leopold II
| Billon (.312 silver) | 1.4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Further Austria (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph II (1780-1790) Leopold II (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1786-1792 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (0.05) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.312 silver) |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#165295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Text over value over laurel and palm fronds, mint mark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VORD OEST SCHEID MUNZ
III
KREUTZER
H
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minted identical under Joseph II (1786-1787) and Leopold II (1791-1792).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzer coin from Further Austria (Austrian States) is that it was minted during the reign of both Joseph II and Leopold II, which is reflected in the coin's design. The obverse side features the portrait of Joseph II, while the reverse side features the portrait of Leopold II. This coin is a unique example of a coin that was minted during the joint reign of two monarchs.
