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1 Stüber - Frederick II
| Billon | 1.25 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | East Frisia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Kingdom of Prussia › Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1744-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1771-1783 |
| Value | 1 Stüber (1⁄30) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17487 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Flying eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
STUBER
1772
A
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Stüber coin from East Frisia, minted during the reign of Frederick II (1771-1783), was made of a unique alloy called "Billon." Billon is a mixture of copper and silver, with a small amount of other metals like nickel and zinc. This alloy was used to create coins that were more durable and resistant to wear and tear than coins made of pure copper or silver. The use of Billon in coinage was a common practice in Europe during the 18th century, and it's a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
