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½ Kreuzer - Frederick William II
| Copper | 3.8 g | 22.6 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William II (Friedrich Wilhelm II) (1786-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1788-1797 |
| Value | ½ Kreuzer (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#139444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
6-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1/2 ꟾ KREUZER ꟾ SCHLES:LAND ꟾ MÜNZE ꟾ 17 96 ꟾ B
Translation: Silesia country coin
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin minted for use in Silesia where the Reichsthaler was subdivided into 90 Kreuzer.Interesting fact
The ½ Kreuzer coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William II, who was known as the "Great Elector." He was a prominent figure in Prussian history and is credited with modernizing the country's economy, military, and administration. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's strength and unity under his leadership.
