6 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I (Graz) 1528-1538 front 6 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I (Graz) 1528-1538 back
6 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I (Graz) 1528-1538 photo
© Münzkabinett - Wien Kunsthistorisches Museum (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)

6 Kreuzers - Ferdinand I Graz

 
Silver 2.86 g -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Emperor
Ferdinand I (1519-1564)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1528-1538
Value
6 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.86 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#94013
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Over a cross pattée that divides the legend, a Styria shield with flat top (panther spitting fire), date above, within a beaded inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONE // NOVA // DVCA // STIRI
15 3Z

Comment

Markl mentions many variations for the legende.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Ferdinand I, who was the first Emperor of the Austrian Empire and ruled from 1528 to 1538. The coin features an image of Ferdinand I on one side and the coat of arms of the Austrian Empire on the other. The 6 Kreuzers denomination was a significant amount at the time and was widely used in trade and commerce. Additionally, the fact that it was made of silver adds to its historical significance and value to collectors today.