Staatliche Münzsammlung, Numismatic collection in Munich Residence, Germany
The State Coin Collection occupies several halls in the Munich Residence, displaying over 300,000 coins, medals, and banknotes from different periods and regions.
The collection originated in the 16th century under Duke Albert V of Bavaria, expanding significantly when Charles Theodore merged the Palatinate and Bavarian collections.
The collection exhibits monetary artifacts from ancient Greece through medieval Europe to modern times, representing economic and social developments across centuries.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, with adult admission at 3 euros and reduced rates for Munich Card holders.
The museum maintains Germany's largest public numismatic library, containing over 26,000 volumes dedicated to currency history and economic research.
Location: Altstadt-Lehel
Inception: 1807
Website: http://staatliche-muenzsammlung.de
GPS coordinates: 48.14110,11.57810
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:52
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