© H. D. Rauch
© H. D. Rauch
3 Kreuzers - Charles III
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (III. Károly) (1711-1740) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1716-1721 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Thaler (1526-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#48198 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiant crowned and glorified Madonna in mandorla seated on a crescent with the child on her left arm, scepter in the right breaks into inner pearl circle.
C H mintmark divided in the middle, below P W mintmaster's mark in frames.
Date divided by the crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 17 16
Translation: Protector of Hungary
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzers coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Charles III (1716-1721), was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to use a unique design element - a hole in the center. This hole was known as a "Kreuzermark" and was used to indicate the coin's authenticity. The Kreuzermark was a small cross-shaped cutout in the center of the coin, which was added to prevent counterfeiting. This feature made the 3 Kreuzers coin stand out from other coins of its time and demonstrated the innovative approach of the Hungarian mint.
