½ Kreuzer - Frederick II
1783 year| Copper | 3.8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) |
|---|---|
| Landgrave | Frederick II (Friedrich II) (1760-1785) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1783 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#140889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmaster's initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
KREUZER
1783.
D·F·
Translation: D F = Dietrich Heinrich Fulda
Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin from Landgraviate of Hesse-Cassel (Province of Upper Hesse, Hesse-Cassel) made of Copper weighing 3.8 g was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which were designed to promote trade and commerce in the region. The coin's design features an image of Frederick II on one side and the Hessian coat of arms on the other. It's a rare and valuable coin among collectors today, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.
