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3 Kreuzers - Francis I
| Billon | 1.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I of Lorraine (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1747-1750 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with arms of Lorraine and Toscana, the crown divides the legend above. Value in a frame below. Mint mark under talons.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Francis I, who was the first Emperor of Austria and ruled from 1747 to 1750. The coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals, and it weighed 1.8 grams. Despite its relatively small weight, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce during that time period.
