© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
¼ Thaler - Frederick II
1780 year| Silver | 5.63 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1780 |
| Value | ¼ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.63 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#304071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle standing on war trophies, its head turned left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
4 . EINEN R . THALER
17 A 80
Interesting fact
The ¼ Thaler coin from the Kingdom of Prussia, minted in 1780 during the reign of Frederick II, features an image of the king on horseback on its obverse side. This design was meant to symbolize Frederick's military prowess and leadership, as he was known for his successful military campaigns and expansion of the Prussian state. The coin's reverse side features the Prussian eagle, which was a symbol of the kingdom's power and authority. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and sought-after collector's item, both during its time in circulation and in modern times.
