7 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1768-1776 front 7 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1768-1776 back
7 Kreuzers - Joseph II 1768-1776 photo
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7 Kreuzers - Joseph II

 
Billon (.420 silver) 3.25 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Austrian Empire
Regent
Joseph II (1765-1780)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1768-1776
Value
7 Kreuzers (7⁄60)
Currency
Gulden (1754-1857)
Composition
Billon (.420 silver)
Weight
3.25 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#79547
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Double headed Imperial eagle with Austria and Lorraine shield on breast. Value in roman digits below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTUTE ET EXEMPLO date
mintmark

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 7 Kreuzers coin from the Austrian Empire is that it was minted during the reign of Joseph II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and centralize the government, as well as his support for the arts and education.