© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
3 Kreuzers - Maximilian IV Joseph
| Billon (.333 silver) | 1.35 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian IV Joseph (1799-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1803-1804 |
| Value | 3 Kreuzer (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1753-1806) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#328911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield of 3-fold arms of Pfalz, Bavaria and imperial orb, palm branches at left and right, divides 3-K, date divided below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAND MUNZ
3 K
18 03
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Kreuzers 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 in 1803-1804, just a few years before the Napoleonic Wars, which had a profound impact on the German states and led to the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire. Despite this turmoil, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its intricate design and use of billon, a silver-copper alloy that was commonly used in coinage during that time period.
