⅙ Thaler - Maximilian I 1625-1638 front ⅙ Thaler - Maximilian I 1625-1638 back
⅙ Thaler - Maximilian I 1625-1638 photo
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⅙ Thaler - Maximilian I

 
Silver 4.7 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian I (1623-1651)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1625-1638
Value
⅙ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.7 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#323760
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Facing Madonna with Child, clouds below, rays around, in circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: CLYPEVS OMNIBVS IN TE SPERANTIBVS.

Interesting fact

The ⅙ Thaler coin from the Electorate of Bavaria, minted during the reign of Maximilian I (1625-1638), was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the election of Maximilian as the Holy Roman Emperor in 1623. The coin features an image of Maximilian on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria on the other. It was made of silver and weighed 4.7 grams. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.