1 Kreuzer - Maximilian II Emanuel 1715-1724 front 1 Kreuzer - Maximilian II Emanuel 1715-1724 back
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1 Kreuzer - Maximilian II Emanuel

 
Silver 0.65 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian II Emanuel (1679-1726)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1715-1724
Value
1 Kreuzer (1⁄60)
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#127366
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned round shield of Wittelsbach arms with central shield of imperial orb in baroque frame, value '1' below divides date, no legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electorate of Bavaria is that it was minted during the reign of Maximilian II Emanuel, who was a member of the Wittelsbach dynasty and ruled Bavaria from 1679 to 1724. During his reign, he sought to modernize and strengthen the Bavarian economy, and the minting of this coin was part of that effort. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.65 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight coin. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Bavaria during the early 18th century.