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⅔ Thaler - Frederick William II
| Silver (.750) | 17.323 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William II (Friedrich Wilhelm II) (1786-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1801 |
| Value | ⅔ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 17.323 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Value in the center, legend around it, date below.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Prussia. Frederick William II, who ruled from 1786 to 1797, implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the country's economy and military. These reforms, combined with the coin's silver content and unique design, make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
