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1 Conventionsthaler - Louis I Geschichtstaler; Opening of Legislature
1831 year| Silver (.833) | 28.06 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Louis I (Ludwig I) (1825-1848) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1831 |
| Value | 1 Conventionsthaler |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1806-1837) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28.06 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30116 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
A lion leaning on a panel with the inscription: GERECHT UND BEHARR-LICH
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GERECHT UND BEHARR-LICH
1831
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1831 Kingdom of Bavaria 1 Conventionsthaler - Louis I (Geschichtstaler; Opening of Legislature) silver coin is that it was minted to commemorate the opening of the first Bavarian parliament, which was established by King Ludwig I in 1831. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the union between the monarchy and the people. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, not only because of its age and historical significance but also due to its high silver content and unique design.
