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3 Kreuzers - Joseph I St Veit
| Silver | 1.7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Joseph I (1705-1711) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1707-1711 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#79671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Three heart shaped shields point to the center, of Austria above, Burgundy right and Carinthia left, with ornaments between the shields, in a circle. The mint mark below divides the legend. Legend (start 1h) for "Archidux Austriae et Carinthiae Dux Burgundiae"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHID AVS ET (IP) CARINTH D BVR
ET liés
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire, minted during the reign of Joseph I (St Veit) from 1707-1711, was made of silver and weighed 1.7 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the currency system in the Austrian Empire at the time, and its design featured an image of the emperor on one side and the coat of arms of the empire on the other.
