1670 Austrian 3 Kreuzer PCGS MS-62
Item #CC-0599 | 1670 Austrian 3 Kreuzer PCGS MS-62
Mint: Hungary
Ruler/Period: King Leopold I
Grade: MS-62
For details and population on this coin from PCGS, click on the serial number here: 50733924
Description: The 3 Kreuzer silver coin minted in Austria in 1670 is a striking example of Austrian coinage during the reign of the Holy Roman Emperor Leopold I. These coins are small but detailed, reflecting both the intricate design typical of the period and the significance of the kreuzer denomination in the Austrian economy.
On the obverse, the coin typically features a right-facing bust of Emperor Leopold I, adorned in elaborate armor and wearing a laurel wreath or crown, symbolizing his power and legitimacy as ruler. The inscription around the edge reads “LEOPOLDVS D G R I S A G H B R,” an abbreviated Latin title signifying “Leopold, by the Grace of God, Emperor of the Romans, Ever August, King of Germany, Hungary, Bohemia.”
The reverse side bears the Austrian coat of arms, prominently featuring the double-headed eagle with a crown above, symbolizing the Holy Roman Empire’s dominance. Each head of the eagle often holds an imperial orb and scepter, representing authority and divine rule. The denomination “3” and the date “1670” are marked on this side, along with the mint mark.
Made of high-quality silver, these coins are prized for their detailed craftsmanship and their connection to one of Austria’s significant historical eras, symbolizing the influence and reach of the Habsburg Empire in the late 17th century.
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