20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph (Konventionskreuzer) 1770-1777 front 20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph (Konventionskreuzer) 1770-1777 back
20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph (Konventionskreuzer) 1770-1777 photo
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20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph Konventionskreuzer

 
Silver - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1770-1777
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#321051
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of 4-fold arms of Bavaria and Pfalz, with central shield of imperial orb, 2 chains of orders around, in baroque frame and supported by 2 lions, all in rhombus, legend divided into 4 segments, date at end

Script: Latin

Lettering: IN DEO CONSILIUM. 1770.

Edge

Slant reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph (Konventionskreuzer) 1770-1777 from Electorate of Bavaria (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Maximilian III Joseph, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1745 until his death in 1777. During his reign, Bavaria underwent significant modernization and economic growth, and the introduction of this coin was part of an effort to standardize currency and facilitate trade across the region. The coin's design features an image of Maximilian III Joseph on one side and the Bavarian coat of arms on the other, and it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item and a fascinating piece of history.