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1 Thaler - Maximilian I 1625 photo
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1 Thaler - Maximilian I

1625 year
Silver - 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian I (1623-1651)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1625
Value
1 Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#52318
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Madonna seated facing with Child, feet resting on upturned crescent moon, clouds below, rays around

Script: Latin

Lettering: CLYPEVS OMNIBVS IN TE SPERANTIBVS

Comment

Type with both lion heads left and right of crown facing outwards

Künker Auction 337 Lot 447

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Maximilian I, the ruler of Bavaria at the time, wearing a elaborate dress and a fur-trimmed cloak, with a crown on his head and a scepter in his hand. The reverse side 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, and two lions flanking the shield. The coin's design was created by the artist Johann Reichle, who was a prominent engraver and medalist of the time.