© Auktionen Frühwald
© Auktionen Frühwald
6 Kreuzers - Leopold I St Veit
1685 year| Billon (.438 silver) | 3.1 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1685 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Billon (.438 silver) |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#126299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Double-head eagle with arms in oval shield (Carinthia and Austria).
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI AVS ET CARIN DVX BVR
Comment
Grouped by Krause with another type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I (St Veit) 1685 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 Leopold I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1658 to 1705. During his reign, the Austrian Empire was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. The minting of this coin was likely a response to these challenges, as it was made of a lower-value metal (billon) and had a relatively low denomination (6 Kreuzers) compared to other coins minted during this time period. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 17th century Europe.
