1680 Hungary 3 Kreuzer PCGS UNC Detail
Item #CC-0597 | 1680 Hungary 3 Kreuzer PCGS UNC Detail
Mint: KB Kremnitz (Modern Day Slovakia)
Ruler/Period: King Leopold I
Grade: UNC Detail
For details and population on this coin from PCGS, click on the serial number here: 50733925
Description: The 3 Kreuzer silver coin minted in Hungary in 1680 is a remarkable example of the Habsburg era’s coinage, reflecting both the artistry and political influences of the time. During this period, Hungary was under Habsburg rule, and coins were often minted to affirm the dynasty’s authority and to unify currency across the empire.
On the obverse side, the 1680 3 Kreuzer coin features the portrait of Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor, with his distinctive long, flowing hair and a crowned head. Surrounding the bust is the inscription in Latin, abbreviating his titles, such as “LEOPOLDUS D G R I S A G H B REX,” meaning *Leopold, by the Grace of God, Emperor of the Romans, King of Germany, Hungary, and Bohemia.*
Made from high-quality silver, this 3 Kreuzer coin exemplifies the fine craftsmanship of Hungarian mints and serves as a historical artifact from an era when coins were used to communicate both monetary value and political power.
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