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18 Gröscher - Frederick William
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1651-1658 |
| Value | 18 Groschens (⅕) |
| Currency | Thaler (1618-1701) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#133488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield of 4-fold arms, with central shield of scepter arms, divides 1 - 8 and mintmaster's initials (or 18 - initials), crown above dvides date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 18 Gröscher coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," who was the ruler of Brandenburg-Prussia from 1640 to 1688. During his reign, he implemented a number of economic and military reforms that helped to strengthen the state and increase its power. One of these reforms was the introduction of a new currency, the Gröscher, which was named after the city of Gröningen, where it was first minted. The 18 Gröscher coin was a standard circulation coin made of silver and was used throughout the German States. It features an image of Frederick William on one side and the coat of arms of Brandenburg-Prussia on the other. Today, the 18 Gröscher coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1651 CM | 53000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1652 CM | 27000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1655 CM | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1656 CM | 318000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1657 DK | 265000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1658 NB | 53000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 18 Gröscher - Frederick William 1651-1658 coin.
