18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1754 front 18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1754 back
18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1754 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

18 Gröscher - Frederick II

1754 year
Silver 5.69 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1754
Value
18 Gröscher (⅔)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.69 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315352
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned Prussian eagle with script FR monogram on breast, tail divides 1 - 8. Mint mark without shield

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA ARGENT REG PRVSS 1754
E

Comment

St = Johann Julius Steinbrück

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 18 Gröscher coin 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, which features an image of Frederick II, reflects his importance in Prussian history and culture.