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3 Kreuzers - Sigismund Ludwig
| Silver | 1.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Counts of Dietrichstein (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Sigismund Louis (1631-1664) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1652-1653 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned family arms in a circle, the top of the ornaments divides the date within the circle. Legend for "Liber Baro in Hollenburg".
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBER BARO I HOLLENBURG
Comment
The Dietrichstein family received the title "Liber Baro" or "Freiherr" from Maximilian I.Hollenburg is a castle in Carinthia (Kärnten) in Austria.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers coin from the Counts of Dietrichstein is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the Dietrichstein family crest - which sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and period.
