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3 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia
| Billon (.350 silver) | 1.7 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1765-1780 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Billon (.350 silver) |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1780 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#68568 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle, "3" on breast. Mint marks under the claws.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCH AUST DUX // BU CO TYR [date] ｘ
Unabridged legend: ARCH(idux) AUST(riae) DUX BU(rgundiae) CO(mes) TYR(olis)
Translation:
Archduchess of Austria, Duchess of Burgundy, Countess of Tyrol
The "ｘ" symbol is a saltire (Burgundian cross). It was added in 1750 to indicate the new coinage standard with a debased thaler.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 3 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire, minted between 1765 and 1780, features an image of Empress Maria Theresia on one side and the imperial eagle on the other. It was made of Billon, an alloy of 35% silver and 65% copper, and weighs 1.7 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, this coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe.
