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3 Kreuzers - Francis II
| Copper | 8.75 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis II (1792-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1800-1803 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.75 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#3314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial double-headed eagle, value on breast with Golden Fleece around, divided date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
3
1800
Edge
Notched
Comment
Franz II of Habsburg (1768-1835) was last Emperor of the Holy Empire before its end (1806). Then he became Franz I Emperor of Austria until 1835.1799 A, B, C issues (KM#2115.1) are bigger in diameter (30,9-31 mm), thicker (2,9-3 mm) and heavier (16-17 gr) and much scarcer than lighter coins struck in 1800 by the same mints (KM#2115.2).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis II (1800-1803), who was the last Holy Roman Emperor and the first Emperor of Austria. This period saw the introduction of new economic policies and reforms, including the creation of a new currency system, which replaced the old system of guilders and florins with the krone and kreuzer. The 3 Kreuzers coin was a significant denomination in this new system and was widely used in trade and commerce.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1800 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1800 B | 74558000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1800 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1800 E | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1800 G | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1800 S | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1801 F | 2762000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Kreuzers - Francis II 1800-1803 coin.
