½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick II 1765-1774 front ½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick II 1765-1774 back
½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick II 1765-1774 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick II

 
Gold (.986) 3.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1765-1774
Value
½ Gold Friedrich (2.5)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.45 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315257
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned eagle standing on war trophies, its head turned left. Flags and spears behind.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1770
A

Interesting fact

The ½ Frederick d'Or coin was minted during the reign of Frederick II of Prussia, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a prominent figure in European history. He was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements, and his reign marked a significant period of growth and prosperity for the Kingdom of Prussia. The coin's design features an image of Frederick II on one side and an eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and prestige of the Prussian kingdom during his rule.