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1 Kreuzer - Maximilian III Joseph
| Silver | 0.68 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1745-1769 |
| Value | 1 Kreuzer (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.68 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Coat of arms dividing date
Script: Latin
Lettering: 17 59
Interesting fact
The 1 Kreuzer coin from the Electorate of Bavaria, minted during the reign of Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1769), was made of silver and weighed 0.68 grams. Despite its small size and relatively low denomination, this coin was an important part of the Bavarian currency system at the time, and its design featured an image of the ruling monarch on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in the history of German currency.
