1 Sovereign - Maximilian Emanuel of Bavaria 1713 front 1 Sovereign - Maximilian Emanuel of Bavaria 1713 back
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1 Sovereign - Maximilian Emanuel of Bavaria

1713 year
Gold (.919) 5.58 g 22.8 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Namur (Belgian States)
Marquess
Maximilian II Emanuel (1712-1713)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1713
Value
1 Sovereign (6.65)
Currency
Gulden (1506-1713)
Composition
Gold (.919)
Weight
5.58 g
Diameter
22.8 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#385500
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COM P R S R I AR & ELE L L COM F H & N MAR S R I D M

Comment

The Standard Catalog of World Coins (KM) shows an incorrect image of the 2 sovereign coin (which has the date in the legend), and gives an incorrect weight, and lists the date 1712, which is not known, so we do not include it here.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1713 Maximilian Emanuel of Bavaria 1 Sovereign coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, specifically during the War of the Spanish Succession. Despite the conflict, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and intricate designs making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item to this day.