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½ Krone - Maximilian II
Gold (.900) | 5.56 g | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
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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 |
Numista | N#158289 |
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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 |
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1859 | 1200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Krone - Maximilian II 1857-1864 coin.