3 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1687-1704 front 3 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1687-1704 back
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3 Kreuzers - Leopold I

 
Silver 1.59 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1687-1704
Value
3 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (1⁄40)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.59 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#38909
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Glorified and crowned radiant Madonna seated on a crescent and child on her left arm divide mintmark. Twofold crowned Hungarian shield at bottom
Inscription is on a inner pearl circle.
Date at the top at the end of inscription
Madonna breaks out of the inner circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: PATRONA · HVNGARIÆ · 1696

Translation: Protector of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Comment

ÉH#1085.a = H#1466 K-B Körmöcbánya (Kremnica)
ÉH#1085.b = H#1479 C-M Kassa (Kosice)
ÉH#1085.c = H#1474 N-B Nagybánya
ÉH#1085.d = H#1461 no mintmark

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary from 1687 to 1704. The coin features an image of Leopold I on one side and the Hungarian coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.59 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. It's worth noting that the 3 Kreuzers coin was an important part of the currency system in Hungary during the 17th and 18th centuries. The name "Kreuzers" refers to the cross-like design on the coin, which was a common feature on many European coins during that time period. The 3 Kreuzers coin was used for everyday transactions and was a popular denomination among merchants and traders. Overall, the 3 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1687-1704 coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of Hungary during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1694 K-B - - - - - -

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