6 Kreuzers - Leopold I


Billon (.438 silver)	3.1 g	26.2 mm

Description

Issuer	Hungary
King	Leopold I (I. Lipót) (1657-1705)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1667-1682
Value	6 Kreuzers (Krajcár) (1⁄20)
Currency	Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition	Billon (.438 silver)
Weight	3.1 g
Diameter	26.2 mm
Thickness	1.1 mm
Shape	Round
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#27571
Rarity index	37%

Reverse

Radiant Madonna with child divide the mint mark K B in a circle.
A small Hungarian shield divides the legend below.
Date at the end of the inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATRONA . HVNGARIAE 1673 +
K B

Translation: Protector of Hungary

Edge

Plain

Comment

Variants exist for the portrait. Ex for 1673, shape of the knot behind the head, portrait broader, touches or not the circle below.

Photos ECapoe

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I 1667-1682 coin from Hungary is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Hungary at the time. The coin's minting was likely a response to the growing need for a standardized currency in the region, as Hungary was experiencing significant economic growth and trade during this period. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice in coinage during this time, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver. Despite its relatively low value, the 6 Kreuzers coin remains a popular collector's item today, offering a glimpse into the rich history of Hungary's currency and economy.

Price

Date	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1670 KB	-	-	-	-	-	-
1671 KB	-	-	-	-	-	-
1673 KB	-	-	-	-	-	-

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