© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
12 Mariengroschen - Frederick II Seven Years' War
1758 year| Silver | 8.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 12 Mariengroschen (⅔) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
XII
MARIEN
GROSCHEN
1758
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Comment
Minted during the Seven Years' WarInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Mariengroschen coin from the Kingdom of Prussia is that it was minted during the Seven Years' War (1756-1763), which was a major conflict between Prussia and its allies, and Austria, Russia, and their allies. The coin features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia at the time and played a significant role in the war. Despite the conflict, the coin's design remained relatively unchanged from previous issues, with the obverse featuring a portrait of Frederick II and the reverse featuring the Prussian eagle. This coin is a unique piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of Prussia during a time of war.
