© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
1 Thaler - Maximilian I
1613 year| Silver | 29 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Teutonic Order (German States) |
|---|---|
| Grandmaster | Maximilian I (1590-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1613 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1525-1809) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#138946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Emperor on horseback in circle of shielded arms, date below.
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Maximilian, son of Maximilian II (1564-1576) and Maria of Spain (1528-1603), was born in Neustdat on October 12, 1558. He was brother to Emperors Rudolf II and Mathias, and brother-in-law to Philip II of Spain.He was appointed Grand Master of the Teutonic Order between 1585 and 1590.
He died in Vienna on November 2, 1618.
Interesting fact
The Maximilian I 1613 Thaler coin was minted during a time of great change in the German States. It was issued by the Teutonic Order, a military order of German knights, during the reign of Maximilian I, who was the Holy Roman Emperor from 1508 to 1519. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin in the German States and was made of silver, weighing 29 grams. Despite its age, many of these coins have survived to this day and are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and rarity.
