© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Conventionsthaler - Maximilian IV Joseph
| Silver (.833) | 13.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian IV Joseph (1799-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1803-1805 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1753-1806) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 13.94 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#266754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield of 3-fold arms of Bavaria, Pfalz and imperial orb between laurel and palm branches, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FÜR GOTT UND VATERLAND.
Interesting fact
The ½ Conventionsthaler coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Maximilian IV Joseph, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1799 to 1805. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and Bavaria became an independent kingdom. The coin's design reflects this change, featuring the profile of Maximilian IV Joseph on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other. The coin's silver content and weight also reflect the economic changes occurring at the time, as the value of silver was increasing and the coin's weight was standardized to match other coins in circulation. Overall, this coin provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and politics of early 19th-century Europe.
