© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick II
| Gold (.903) | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1784-1786 |
| Value | ½ Gold Friedrich (2.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.903) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#419685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle standing on war trophies, its head turned left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
17 84
❀ A ❀
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Frederick d'Or coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a prominent figure in Prussian history. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state. 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.
