3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1799-1802 front 3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1799-1802 back
3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1799-1802 photo
© ǝRBe

3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph

 
Billon (.333 silver) 1.35 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Electorate of Bavaria (German States)
Prince elector
Maximilian IV Joseph (1799-1806)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1799-1802
Value
3 Kreuzer (1⁄48)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1753-1806)
Composition
Billon (.333 silver)
Weight
1.35 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Thickness
0.65 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#181796
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned oval shield of 3-fold arms of Pfalz, Bavaria and imperial orb, with Order of Golden Fleece around, divides 3-K, date divided below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LAND - MUNZ
3 - K
18 - 02

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph 1799-1802 coin from the Electorate of Bavaria 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 IV Joseph, who was the Elector of Bavaria from 1799 to 1802. During this period, the Holy Roman Empire was dissolved, and Bavaria became an independent kingdom. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic and political changes that were taking place at the time, and it is a tangible reminder of this significant period in European history.