20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1774 front 20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1774 back
20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1774 photo
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.

20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph

1774 year
Silver - 29.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1774
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
29.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#326395
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Seated Madonna with Child on pedestal with value "20", which divides dates, laurel and palm branches to left and right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PATRONA-BAVRIAE

Interesting fact

The 20 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Maximilian III Joseph, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1745 until his death in 1777. The coin features an image of the Elector on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was minted during a time of great change in Europe, as the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved in 1806 and Bavaria became an independent kingdom. This coin is a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Bavaria during that time period.