3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1629-1637 front 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1629-1637 back
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3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II Graz

 
Silver (.500) 1.55 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1629-1637
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
1.55 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#73093
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Three heart shaped shields point to the center, of Austria above, Burgundy right and Styria left, with ornaments between the shields, in a circle. Legend (start 12h) for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae et Styriae"

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ARCH AVS DVX BVR STYRIÆ 1630
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ARCHI

Comment

Variants for obverse legend ARCHI in 1636 and 1637.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1629-1637 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Austrian Empire. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and the empire was struggling to rebuild and maintain its power. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint's engravers and craftsmen.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1629  - - - - - -
1630  - - - - - -
1631  - - - - - -
1632  - - - - - -
1633  - - - - - -
1637  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1629-1637 coin.