10 Kreuzers - Charles Theodore (Konventionskreuzer) 1778-1798 front 10 Kreuzers - Charles Theodore (Konventionskreuzer) 1778-1798 back
10 Kreuzers - Charles Theodore (Konventionskreuzer) 1778-1798 photo
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10 Kreuzers - Charles Theodore Konventionskreuzer

 
Silver (.500) 3.27 g 25.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Charles Theodore (1777-1799)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1778-1798
Value
10 Kreuzers (1⁄12)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
3.27 g
Diameter
25.5 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#143708
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Madonna seated with Child on pedestal with value '10,' which divides
date, branches at sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PATRONA - BAVARIAE
10
1781

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Kreuzers - Charles Theodore (Konventionskreuzer) coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Charles Theodore, who was the Elector of Bavaria and a member of the House of Wittelsbach. During his reign, Charles Theodore implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the economy and government of Bavaria, including the introduction of a new currency system. The 10 Kreuzers coin was part of this new system and was designed to be a standardized, widely-accepted form of currency across the German States. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of 18th century Europe.