3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1626-1628 front 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1626-1628 back
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3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II Graz

 
Silver (.500) 2 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Ferdinand II (1619-1637)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1626-1628
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
2 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#78545
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

In a central circle, 3 shields pointed to the center, on top the imperial eagle, below left the arms of Styria (current Steirmark in Austria), right Burgundy. Legend around for "Archidux Austriae Dux Burgundiae et Styriae", date at top left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCH AVS DVX BVR STYRIA

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (Graz) 1626-1628 coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the Austrian Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Ferdinand II, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia, Hungary, and Croatia, among other territories. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency across the empire, as well as the increasing influence of trade and commerce in the region. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1626  - - - - - -
1627  - - - - - -

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) 1626-1628 coin.