Obverse © A. KOIFMAN JR – Reverse © A. KOIFMAN JR.
Obverse © A. KOIFMAN JR – Reverse © A. KOIFMAN JR.
1 Pfennig - Frederick William II
| Billon (.111 silver) | 0.26 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1797 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.111 silver) |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#183124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Denomination above mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
PFEN:
NIG*
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*B*
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pfennig coin from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Billon (.111 silver) weighing 0.26 g is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick William II, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion, earning him the nickname "the Great." Despite his military prowess, he also implemented several domestic reforms, such as the creation of a modern bureaucracy and the promotion of education and culture. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a small but tangible reminder of his impact on Prussian history.
