© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
7 Kreuzers - Francis I of Lorraine, as co-ruler
| Silver | 3.24 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Francis I (1745-1765) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1755-1765 |
| Value | 7 Kreuzers (Krajczár) (7⁄60) |
| Currency | Austro-Hungarian Florin (1754-1857) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#317392 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned, double-headed imperial eagle with arms of Lorraine and Toscana. The value below in Roman digits.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN TE DOMINE SPERAVI 1764 X
VII
K B
Translation: I put my hope in You, Lord
Comment
"X" after the year in the legend indicates values comply with the Convetionsthaler.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 7 Kreuzers coin featuring Francis I of Lorraine is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Hungary. The coin was issued during the reign of Francis I, who was the co-ruler of the Habsburg Empire and the King of Hungary from 1755 to 1765. During his reign, Hungary was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and debasement of the currency. Despite these challenges, the 7 Kreuzers coin remained a popular and widely used denomination, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency.
