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6 Kreuzers - Leopold I St Veit
| Silver | 2.95 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Austrian Empire |
|---|---|
| Archduke | Leopold I (1657-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1680-1682 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (0.1) |
| Currency | Thaler (1520-1754) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Double-head eagle with arms in oval shield (Carinthia). Date divided by the crown on top.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ARCHI D AVS ET CARINT D BVR date
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Leopold I (St Veit) 1680-1682 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted in 1680, just a year after the Great Turkish War, which had devastated much of the Empire and led to a significant increase in taxes and debt. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintained a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that reflected the artistic and cultural achievements of the time.
