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1⁄12 Thaler - Frederick II
| Billon (.437 silver) | 3.34 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1772 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31770 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Face value between two rosettes, legend and year in four lines. In the exergue the letter of workshop between two branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✿ 12 ✿ ꟾ EINEN ꟾ REICHS ꟾ THALER ꟾ 17 67 ꟾ E
Edge
Plain
Comment
The year 1764 exists with the old bust and the new one (Berlin type).The edge of the 1770 coin can be smooth or fluted. From 1771 onwards, it is always fluted.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a prominent figure in Prussian history. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state. The coin's design and mintage reflect the economic and political changes that were taking place in Prussia during this time.
