1 Pfennig - Maximilian I ND
1623 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian I (1623-1651) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1623 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Thaler (1623-1752) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#323427 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Maximilian I, the ruler of Bavaria at the time, wearing a crown and a long beard. The reverse of the coin depicts the coat of arms of Bavaria, which includes a shield with the symbol of the Holy Roman Empire, a double-headed eagle. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, with the Thirty Years' War taking place just a few decades prior. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the craftsmanship of the era.