1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II 1761 front 1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II 1761 back
1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II 1761 photo
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1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II

1761 year
Billon 1.25 g 19.20 mm
Description
Issuer
East Frisia (German States)
King
Kingdom of Prussia › Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1744-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1761
Value
1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.25 g
Diameter
19.20 mm
Thickness
0.65 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#53806
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Value, date

Script: Latin

Lettering: MARIEN GROS. 1761 . D .

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Mariengroschen coin from East Frisia (German States) features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state. The coin was minted in 1761, during his reign, and it is made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of copper and silver. The coin weighs 1.25 grams and is considered a standard circulation coin. I hope you find this information helpful!