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3 Kreuzers - Leopold II
| Billon (.346 silver) | 1.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leopold II (1790-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1792 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Billon (.346 silver) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95928 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle with value on breast. Legend around (starts 1h), date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH A D BVRG // LOTH M D H date X
Comment
Variants for 1791 B X and value larger, 1792 A with smaller number,
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Leopold II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the Austrian Empire. One of his reforms was the introduction of a new currency system, which included the 3 Kreuzers coin as a standard circulation coin. This coin was made of Billon, a metal alloy consisting of 34.6% silver and 65.4% copper, and weighed 1.7 grams. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the 3 Kreuzers coin played an important role in the economy of the Austrian Empire during this time period.
