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3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II St Veit
| Silver | 1.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Ferdinand II (1619-1637) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1624-1629 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87045 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
In a central circle, 3 shields pointed to the center, on top the imperial eagle, below left the arms of Carinthia (current Kärnten in Austria), right Burgundy. Legend around for "Archidux Austriae et Carinthiae Dux Burgundiae etc".
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI.AVS.&CARIN.DV.BV.ETC. date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (St Veit) 1624-1629 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War, which lasted from 1618 to 1648, had a significant impact on the economy of the Austrian Empire, and the minting of coins like the 3 Kreuzers - Ferdinand II (St Veit) 1624-1629 was an attempt to stabilize the economy and maintain the empire's power. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the Austrian people.
