20 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1804-1805 front 20 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1804-1805 back
20 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1804-1805 photo
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20 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph

 
Silver (.583) 6.68 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian IV Joseph (1799-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1804-1805
Value
20 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Silver (.583)
Weight
6.68 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#328151
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of 3-fold arms of Bavaria, Pfalz and imperial orb between laurel and palm branches, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FÜR GOTT UND VATERLAND.
18 20 04

Comment

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1804-1805 coin from the Electorate of Bavaria is that it was minted during a time of great political and economic change in Europe. The coin was issued during the height of the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on the German states, including Bavaria. The coin's mintage was likely affected by the economic instability and political upheaval of the time, making it a unique and interesting piece of history.