6 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Hall) 1748 front 6 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Hall) 1748 back
6 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Hall) 1748 photo
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6 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia Hall

1748 year
Billon - -
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Empress
Maria Theresa (1740-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1748
Value
6 Kreuzers (0.1)
Currency
Thaler (1520-1754)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#167951
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with shield of Tyrol at centre, value in roman numerals below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ARCH AUST DUX // VI // BU COM TYR 1748

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Maria Theresia (Hall) 1748 coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, who was known for her extensive reforms and modernization efforts. The coin's design features a portrait of the empress on one side and the imperial eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Habsburg dynasty. Additionally, the coin was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in coinage during that time period.