© M. Sander
© M. Sander
1 Gröschel - Frederick William II
| Billon | 0.45 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William II (Friedrich Wilhelm II) (1786-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1787-1797 |
| Value | 1 Gröschel (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#125286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+1+
GROESCHEL
1789
B
Translation: B = Breslau (German for Wrocław)
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck for use in Silesia. This type is listed under Silesia in KM and C and under Schlesien in Schön DM.
KM lists 1 Gröschel 1797 under KM# 1059 (Frederick William III) as well as under KM# 1050 but the other reference books don't list a 1797 1 Gröschel for Frederick William III.
Interesting fact
The 1 Gröschel coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William II of Prussia, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Prussian state. Despite its small denomination, the 1 Gröschel coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Prussia during this time period.
