3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Breslau) 1716-1729 front 3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Breslau) 1716-1729 back
3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Breslau) 1716-1729 photo
© M. Sander

3 Kreuzers - Charles VI Breslau

 
Silver 1.6 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Royal Mint of Silesia
King
Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1716-1729
Value
3 Kreuzers (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.6 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#121968
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Crowned double eagle, date in legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Breslau) 1716-1729 coin from the Royal Mint of Silesia is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles VI, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in the Breslau region, which is now part of Poland. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.6 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the local economy and was used for everyday transactions. Today, it is a highly sought-after collector's item and a valuable piece of numismatic history.