© 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 Thaler - Maximilian II Emanuel
1694 year| Silver | 14.53 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian II Emanuel (1679-1726) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1694 |
| Value | ½ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.53 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#276156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Seated Madonna with Child, holding scepter in right hand, upturned crescent below, rays and clouds around
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLYPEVS OMNIBVS IN TE SPERANTIBVS.
Interesting fact
The Maximilian II Emanuel 1694 ½ Thaler coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency, not only in Bavaria but also throughout Europe. Its mintage was significant, with over 30,000 coins produced, making it a relatively common coin among collectors today. Despite its age, many of these coins have been well-preserved and are still in circulation among collectors, a testament to their enduring historical and numismatic value.
