3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Graz) 1729-1740 front 3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Graz) 1729-1740 back
3 Kreuzers - Charles VI (Graz) 1729-1740 photo
© H. D. Rauch

3 Kreuzers - Charles VI Graz

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Charles VI (Karl VI) (1711-1740)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1729-1740
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#166474
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with small shield of Styria at centre, divided date on top. Value below in a frame.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCHID AUST DU (3) X BURG STYRIÆ date

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Charles VI, who was the last Habsburg ruler of the empire. He ruled from 1729 to 1740, and during his reign, the empire experienced significant economic growth and cultural achievements. The coin itself is made of silver and features an image of Charles VI on one side and the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire on the other. It was widely used throughout the empire and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.