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2 Gulden - Maximilian II
| Silver (.900) | 21.21 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Maximilian II (1848-1864) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1848-1856 |
| Value | 2 Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1837-1856) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 21.21 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#22323 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZWEY GULDEN
1856
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Comment
Previously listed as KM#446Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Gulden coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted from 1848 to 1856, a period that saw the rise of nationalism and revolutions across the continent. Despite this turmoil, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, reflecting the strong economy and financial stability of the Kingdom of Bavaria during this time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1848 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1849 | 741106 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1850 | 914680 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 | 1156772 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1852 | 1355500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1853 | 634178 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 | 429719 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 | 584776 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 | 510017 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Gulden - Maximilian II 1848-1856 coin.