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2 Vereinsthaler - Maximilian II
| Silver (.900) | 37.04 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Maximilian II (1848-1864) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1859-1860 |
| Value | 2 Vereinsthaler (3.5) |
| Currency | Gulden (1857-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 37.04 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#30083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bavarian coat of arms held by two crowned lions
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ZWEI VEREINSTHALER * XV EIN PFUND FEIN
1860
Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
Edge
Lettering: GOTT SEGNE BAYERN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Vereinsthaler - Maximilian II 1859-1860 coin from the Kingdom of Bavaria (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1859, just a year before the outbreak of the Austro-Prussian War, which would ultimately lead to the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership. Additionally, the coin features an image of Maximilian II, who was the King of Bavaria at the time and played a significant role in the unification of Germany.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1859 | 28535 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 | 69427 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Vereinsthaler - Maximilian II 1859-1860 coin.
