1/2 Gulden 1844 (Bavaria, Ludwig I)
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Specification
- MetalSilver (0,900)
- Weight5,3 g
- Pure silver (0,1534 oz) 4,77 g
- Diameter24 mm
- EdgePatterned
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
- Mintage UNC1,452,406
Description
- CountryBavaria
- PeriodLudwig I
- Denomination1/2 Gulden
- Year1844
- RulerLudwig I (King of Bavaria)
- MintMunich
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the Bavarian 1/2 Gulden 1844 . This silver coin from the times of Ludwig I struck at the Munich Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 665 sold at the WAG online Auktionen oHG auction for EUR 220. Bidding took place October 8, 2017.
How much is the silver coin of Ludwig I 1/2 Gulden 1844?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin 1/2 Gulden 1844 is 35 USD for regular strike and 120 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 1/2 Gulden 1844?
The information on the current value of the Bavarian coin 1/2 Gulden 1844 is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the 1/2 Gulden 1844?
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