3 Kreuzers - Francis Frederick Anthony 1804 front 3 Kreuzers - Francis Frederick Anthony 1804 back
3 Kreuzers - Francis Frederick Anthony 1804 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Francis Frederick Anthony

1804 year
Billon (.243 silver) 1.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld (German States)
Duke
Francis (Franz) (1800-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1804
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄48)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1763-1826)
Composition
Billon (.243 silver)
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#321946
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

3-line inscription with date, garland suspended from shelf below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
III
KREUZER
1804

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld is that it features an image of Francis Frederick Anthony, the reigning duke at the time, on one side, and the coat of arms of the duchy on the other. This coin was minted in 1804 and was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, which was commonly used for coins during that time period. Despite its small weight of 1.5 grams, this coin is a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the German States during the early 19th century.