5 Kreuzer - Maria Theresia
| Silver | 2.33 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Burgau (Austrian States) |
|---|---|
| Margravine | Maria Theresa (1740-1780) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1765 |
| Value | 5 Kreuzer (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Gulden (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.33 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#70575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed imperial eagle above a pedestal. On top of pedestal, mint mark G for Günsburg (Burgau), within, the value. Legend (start 7h) for "Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae, Comes Tirolis"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ARCHID·AUST·DUX·BURG·CO·TYR·1765·X
G
5
Unabridged legend: Archiducisa Austriae Ducisa Burgundiae Comes Tirolis
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Kreuzer coin from the Margraviate of Burgau is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresia, who was known for her extensive reforms and modernization efforts in the Austrian Empire. This coin, minted in 1764-1765, features an image of the Empress on one side and the Burgau coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the connection between the Austrian States and the Margraviate of Burgau.
