© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
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½ Thaler - Maximilian I
1627 year| Silver | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian I (1623-1651) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1627 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#324112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Madonna seated with Child on upturned crescent, holding scepter in right hand, clouds below, rays around, all in circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLYPEVS OMNIBVS IN TE SPERANTIBVS.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Maximilian I, the ruler of Bavaria at the time, wearing a elaborate dress and a fur-trimmed cloak, with a crown on his head and a scepter in his hand. The reverse of the coin depicts the coat of arms of Bavaria, which includes a shield with the symbol of the Holy Roman Empire, a double-headed eagle, and two lions flanking the shield. The coin's design was created by the artist Johann Baptist Feichtmayr, who was a prominent engraver and medalist of the time. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Thirty Years War (1618-1648) taking place during the same period. Despite the conflict, the coin's design and production reflect the wealth and power of the Bavarian state at the time.
