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6 Kreuzers - Maximillian III Joseph Kreuzers Landmünze
| Billon (.333 silver) | 2.7 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Electorate of Bavaria (German States) |
|---|---|
| Prince elector | Maximilian III Joseph (1745-1777) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1766-1767 |
| Value | 6 Kreuzers (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Conventionsthaler (1753-1806) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69783 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield of 4-fold arms of Bavaria and Pfalz, with central shield of imperial orb, order of Saint-Hubert around, divides 6-K, date divided below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAND - MUNZ (MINZ)
6 - K
Translation: 6 K = 6 Kreuzer
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Kreuzers - Maximillian III Joseph (Kreuzers Landmünze) 1766-1767 from Electorate of Bavaria (German States) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1766 and 1767, just a few years before the outbreak of the American Revolution in 1776, and during a period of increased tensions between European powers. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Electorate of Bavaria and the House of Wittelsbach, which ruled Bavaria for over 700 years.
