3 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1745-1767 front 3 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1745-1767 back
3 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph 1745-1767 photo
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3 Kreuzers - Maximilian III Joseph

 
Silver 1.1 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1777)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1745-1767
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄20)
Currency
Thaler (1623-1752)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.1 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
0.65 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#25251
Rarity index
55%

Reverse

Coat of arms of the kingdom of Bavaria in the golden fleeceAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LAND MUNZ
17(3)66

Edge

Plain

Comment

Previously listed as KM#209

Interesting fact

The 3 Kreuzers coin was minted during the reign of Maximilian III Joseph, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1745 to 1767. The coin features an image of the Elector on one side and the coat of arms of Bavaria on the other. The 3 Kreuzers denomination was equivalent to 30 kreuzer, which was a significant amount at the time. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.1 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item today.