© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
4 Ducats - Maximilian I
1598 year| Gold | 13.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Maximilian I (1597-1623) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1598 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (14) |
| Currency | Thaler (1505-1622) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 13.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#257846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Full-length standing armored figure of Emperor Heinrich II holding orb and scepter
Script: Latin
Lettering: SANCTVS. HENRICVS. ROM: IMPERATOR. BAVAR: DVX.
Interesting fact
The 4 Ducats - Maximilian I 1598 coin from the Duchy of Bavaria (German States) is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time when the duchy was transitioning from using the traditional silver-based currency to a gold-based currency. This coin, made of gold and weighing 13.25 grams, was a significant step towards establishing the gold standard in the region. Its value was equivalent to four ducat, which was a widely used denomination at the time. This coin's design features an image of Maximilian I, the ruler of Bavaria from 1597 to 1651, and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
