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Kreuzer - Leopold I
| Silver | 0.55 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | City of Hagenau (French States) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leopold I (1658-1705) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1664-1671 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#124913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned double headed eagle with imperial orb containing the denomination on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LEOPOLD.I.D.G.RO.IMP.S.A
1
Translation:
Leopold I, by God's grace, emperor of the Romans, always august.
1 [Kreuzer].
Interesting fact
The Kreuzer coin from the City of Hagenau, minted during the reign of Leopold I (1664-1671), was part of a series of coins issued by the French States to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin's design featured the image of a crowned eagle, symbolizing the power and authority of the French monarchy. Despite its small size and relatively low denomination, the Kreuzer coin was widely accepted and used in trade throughout the region, reflecting the economic influence of the French States in the 17th century.
