COIN

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

This coin features a crowned double-headed eagle emblem, possibly indicating a connection to an empire or a particular historical era. The inscription around the emblem seems to be in German or a similar language, reading “K.K.ÖSTERR.MONET.GUAR.” and “GEPRÄGE.MÜNZE” among other text, suggesting this coin is Austrian in origin, likely from times when the Austro-Hungarian Empire or a similar entity existed. The coin’s weathered appearance indicates age and adds to its historical allure.

This coin features a crowned double-headed eagle emblem, possibly indicating a connection to an empire or a particular historical era. The inscription around the emblem seems to be in German or a similar language, reading “K.K.ÖSTERR.MONET.GUAR.” and “GEPRÄGE.MÜNZE” among other text, suggesting this coin is Austrian in origin, likely from times when the Austro-Hungarian Empire or a similar entity existed. The coin’s weathered appearance indicates age and adds to its historical allure.

Name/Title

COIN

Entry/Object ID

166/10914 A

Description

Austrian/"Ein Kreuzer" and palm's crossing on one side/"Scheidemunze K.K. Oisterrei chische" and 2 eagles on shield with crown above on one side

Collection

MONEY, Coins

Made/Created

Date made

1816

Place

Country

Austria

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Coin

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Money

Nomenclature Class

Exchange Media

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Dimensions

Height

1/16 in

Diameter

1 in

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Nov 17, 2004