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½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick William III
1817 year| Gold (.903) | 3.341 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1817 |
| Value | ½ Gold Friedrich (2.5) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.903) |
| Weight | 3.341 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1817
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Frederick d'Or - Frederick William III 1817 coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Europe. The coin was issued in 1817, just after the Napoleonic Wars had ended, and many European countries, including Prussia, were struggling to rebuild their economies and stabilize their currencies. Despite these challenges, the ½ Frederick d'Or coin was made with a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, featuring a portrait of Frederick William III on one side and an eagle on the other. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after currency, both within Prussia and beyond its borders.
