1 Kreuzer - Maximilian I Joseph 1806-1825 front 1 Kreuzer - Maximilian I Joseph 1806-1825 back
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1 Kreuzer - Maximilian I Joseph

 
Billon (.187 silver) 0.77 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Maximilian I Joseph (1805-1825)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1806-1825
Value
1 Kreuzer Landmunze = 1⁄144 Conventionsthaler
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1806-1837)
Composition
Billon (.187 silver)
Weight
0.77 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#24087
Rarity index
48%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LAND MÜNZ.
1 K·
1816.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Previously listed as KM#344

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Maximilian I Joseph, who was a key figure in the Napoleonic Wars and the subsequent Congress of Vienna, which reshaped the political landscape of Europe in the early 19th century. The coin's mintage was a result of the economic reforms implemented by Maximilian I Joseph, who aimed to modernize and strengthen the Bavarian economy. The use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver. The coin's weight of 0.77 grams was also a standard weight for coins of its denomination during this time.