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6 Kreuzers - Leopold I Hall
| Silver | 2.7 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1694 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#89650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
2 baroque shields for Austria and Tyrol, crown above divides date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHID·AV·DVX·B·CO·TY· date ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I (Hall) 1693-1694 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Leopold I, who ruled the Holy Roman Empire from 1658 to 1705. During his reign, Leopold I implemented a number of economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which helped to stabilize the economy and promote trade. The 6 Kreuzers coin was part of this new currency system and was widely used throughout the empire. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which gave it a high level of purchasing power at the time. Today, the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I (Hall) 1693-1694 coin is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
