1/2 Gulden of 1838 of Kingdom of Bavaria Louis I Silver Coin

1838 Kingdom of Bavaria 1/2 Gulden silver coin issued during the reign of King Louis I (Ludwig I) of Bavaria. The obverse features the right-facing portrait of King Louis I with the inscription “LUDWIG I KOENIG VON BAYERN,” while the reverse displays the denomination “1/2 GULDEN” and date surrounded by an elegant oak wreath design. Minted in Munich, this historic German States coin is struck in .900 fine silver and represents the classic 19th century Bavarian monetary system. The coin shows circulated condition with attractive old toning, visible details, and historical character, making it an excellent collectible for world coin collectors and European silver coin enthusiasts.

Specifications

• Country: Kingdom of Bavaria (German States)
• Denomination: 1/2 Gulden
• Year: 1838
• Ruler: King Louis I (Ludwig I)
• Mint: Munich Mint
• Composition: Silver (.900 Fine)
• Weight: 5.3 Grams
• Actual Silver Weight: 4.77 Grams
• Diameter: 24 mm
• Thickness: Approx. 1.37 mm
• Shape: Round
• Technique: Milled
• Alignment: Medal Alignment ↑↑
• Engraver: Carl Friedrich Voigt
• Currency: Bavarian Gulden
• Condition: Circulated