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1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II Gold pattern strike
1756 year| Gold (.903) | 3.32 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1756 |
| Value | 1 Mariengroschen (1⁄36) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Gold (.903) |
| Weight | 3.32 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#313376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Mariengroschen - Frederick II (Gold pattern strike) 1756 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick the Great, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion, but also for his enlightened rule and promotion of the arts and sciences. This coin, made of gold (.903) and weighing 3.32g, is a rare and valuable example of the currency used during his reign.
