3 Kreuzers - Joseph I 1705-1711 front 3 Kreuzers - Joseph I 1705-1711 back
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3 Kreuzers - Joseph I

 
Silver 1.72 g 20.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Joseph I (I. József) (1705-1711)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1705-1711
Value
3 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (1⁄40)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.72 g
Diameter
20.7 mm
Thickness
0.9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#48196
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Radiant crowned and glorified Madonna with scepter in the right hand, child on the left arm seated on crescent; crowned twofold Hungarian shield below.
Mintmaster's symbol P W or C $ in shields at the sides
Date is divided on the top.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 17 09
P W

Translation: Protector of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzers coin from Hungary, minted during the reign of Joseph I (1705-1711), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other national symbols, the coin bears an image of a large, crowned eagle with outstretched wings, holding a scepter and an orb. This design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Habsburg dynasty, which ruled Hungary at the time.