18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1757 front 18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1757 back
18 Gröscher - Frederick II 1757 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

18 Gröscher - Frederick II

1757 year
Silver 5.34 g -
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1757
Value
18 Gröscher (⅔)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.34 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315366
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned short necked Prussian eagle, '18' in crowned oval shield on breast

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA ARGENTEA 1756
E

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 cultural achievements, and his rule had a significant impact on the development of Prussia and Europe as a whole. The coin's design and mintage reflect the economic and political changes that took place during his reign, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.