© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
½ Grossus - Frederick William II
| Copper | 1.76 g | 18.35 mm |
| Issuer | Prussian Partition of Poland (Polish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1797 |
| Value | ½ Grossus (1⁄60) |
| Currency | South Prussia - First Złoty (1793-1807) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.76 g |
| Diameter | 18.35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#60221 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Face value, legend and year in five lines
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✿ ½ ✿ ꟾ GROSSUS ꟾ BORUSS⦁ ꟾ MERID⦁ ꟾ date
Edge
Plain
Comment
Different "BORUS" & "BORUSS"Interesting fact
The ½ Grossus coin from the Prussian Partition of Poland (Polish States) was minted during the reign of Frederick William II, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which aimed to standardize the currency across the Prussian territories. Despite being made of copper, which was a relatively common metal at the time, the ½ Grossus coin was still considered a valuable denomination in its day.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1797 B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Grossus - Frederick William II 1796-1797 coin.
