6 Kreuzers - Maximillian I Joseph 1806 front 6 Kreuzers - Maximillian I Joseph 1806 back
6 Kreuzers - Maximillian I Joseph 1806 photo
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6 Kreuzers - Maximillian I Joseph

1806 year
Billon (.333 silver) 2.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
King
Maximilian I Joseph (1805-1825)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1806
Value
6 Kreuzers (1⁄24)
Currency
Conventionsthaler (1806-1837)
Composition
Billon (.333 silver)
Weight
2.7 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#328973
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Crowned arms with shield divided

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LAND MÜNZ
6 K.
1806.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Maximillian I Joseph 1806 coin from the Kingdom 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 I Joseph, who was the King of Bavaria from 1806 to 1825. During his reign, Bavaria underwent significant modernization and industrialization, which led to an increase in trade and commerce. The 6 Kreuzers coin was likely used in everyday transactions during this time and would have been a common sight in the markets and shops of Bavaria. Despite its small denomination, the coin is now a valuable collector's item and a piece of history that speaks to the economic and political changes that took place in Europe during the early 19th century.