1 Thaler - Maximilian I 1618 front 1 Thaler - Maximilian I 1618 back
1 Thaler - Maximilian I 1618 photo
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1 Thaler - Maximilian I

1618 year
Silver 28.83 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Bavaria (German States)
Duke
Maximilian I (1597-1623)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1618
Value
1 Thaler (1.5)
Currency
Thaler (1505-1622)
Composition
Silver
Weight
28.83 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#99405
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Seated Madonna with Child, surrounded by rays.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CLYPEVS OMNIBVS IN TE SPERANTIBVS.

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Maximilian I, Duke of Bavaria, with a distinctive pointed beard and a crown. The reverse side shows 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 change in Europe, as the Protestant Reformation was gaining momentum and the Thirty Years' War was about to begin. Despite the turmoil, the coin's design remained relatively unchanged throughout Maximilian's reign, indicating the stability and continuity of the Bavarian duchy during this period.