3 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1581-1584 front 3 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1581-1584 back
3 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria (Graz) 1581-1584 photo
© H. D. Rauch

3 Kreuzers - Charles II Francis of Austria Graz

 
Silver 1.62 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Styria (Austrian States)
Duke
Charles II Francis (1564-1590)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1581-1584
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.62 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#178763
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

3 shields of Styria, Austria and ancient Burgundy with ornaments. Date in 4 digits and with inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AVSTRI DVX BVR STYRI Z date

Comment

Reference 6a in Hahn (2010), Die (inner)österreichische Münzprägung unter Erzherzog Karl II Money Trend 9

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Styria is that it features an image of Charles II Francis of Austria, who was the ruler of the region at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the Duchy of Styria on the other. This coin was minted between 1581 and 1584 and was made of silver, weighing 1.62 grams. It's a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists today.