½ Krone - Maximilian II 1857-1864 front ½ Krone - Maximilian II 1857-1864 back
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½ Krone - Maximilian II

 
Gold (.900) 5.56 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Maximilian II (1848-1864)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1857-1864
Value
½ Krone (7.875)
Currency
Gulden (1857-1873)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
5.56 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#158289
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Denomination above date within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering: * VEREINSMUNZE * 100 EIN PFUND FEIN

Edge

Lettering: GOTT * SEGNE * BAYERN * - *

Interesting fact

The ½ Krone coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria, minted during the reign of Maximilian II (1857-1864), is interesting because it was made of gold (.900) and weighed 5.56 grams. This is notable because gold coins were not commonly used in circulation at the time, and the use of gold for a circulating coin speaks to the wealth and prosperity of the Kingdom of Bavaria during that period. Additionally, the fact that the coin weighed 5.56 grams makes it a unique and interesting collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1859  1200 - - - - - -

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