© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Poltura - Frederick II
1744 year| Billon | 1.21 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1744 |
| Value | 1 Poltura = 2 Groschen (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Imperial eagle, value, date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FR
POLTURA
1744
AHE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Poltura coin from the Kingdom of Prussia is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a highly influential and enlightened monarch. He was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and promotion of arts and culture. The coin's design and mintage were likely overseen by Frederick himself, making it a unique piece of history that reflects the economic and political climate of the time.
