5 Kreuzer - Francis I 1817-1824 front 5 Kreuzer - Francis I 1817-1824 back
5 Kreuzer - Francis I 1817-1824 photo
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5 Kreuzer - Francis I

 
Billon (.438 silver) 2.33 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Francis I of Austria (1804-1835)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1817-1824
Value
5 Kreuzer (1⁄12)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Billon (.438 silver)
Weight
2.33 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#10278
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HUN·BOH·LOMB ET VEN· GAL·LOD·IL·REX·A·A·1821
5

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Kreuzer coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Francis I, who was the first emperor of Austria and ruled from 1804 to 1835. The coin was minted from 1817 to 1824 and features an image of Francis I on one side and the Austrian coat of arms on the other. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was more durable than pure silver and helped to reduce the cost of production. Despite its relatively low value, the 5 Kreuzer coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1818 B 538000 - - - - - -
1820 A - - - - - -
1820 B 1457000 - - - - - -
1821 A - - - - - -
1821 B 4894000 - - - - - -
1822 E 5791 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kreuzer - Francis I 1817-1824 coin.