Denier - Maximilian I 1569-1573 front Denier - Maximilian I 1569-1573 back
Denier - Maximilian I 1569-1573 photo
© Wilson E. Arévalo

Denier - Maximilian I

 
Silver (Diameter: 15-16mm, Weight: 4.81- 6.48g) 0.5 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Hungary
King
Maximilian I (I. Miksa) (1564-1576)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1569-1573
Value
1 Denier (Denár) (1⁄360)
Currency
Thaler (1526-1754)
Composition
Silver (Diameter: 15-16mm, Weight: 4.81- 6.48g)
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178915
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Madonna and Child divide mintmarks.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PATRONA. VNGARIE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Maximilian I 1569-1573 from Hungary made of Silver is that it was issued during the reign of Maximilian I, who was the King of Hungary and Croatia from 1563 to 1576. This coin was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to promote trade and commerce in the region. Despite being made of silver, the coin was relatively lightweight, weighing only 0.5 grams, making it an accessible and practical coin for everyday transactions.