18 Gröscher - Frederick William 1674 front 18 Gröscher - Frederick William 1674 back
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18 Gröscher - Frederick William

1674 year
Silver 6.8 g 29.4 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Brandenburg-Prussia (German States)
Margrave
Frederick William (Friedrich Wilhelm) (1640-1688)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1674
Value
18 Groschens (⅕)
Currency
Thaler (1618-1701)
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.8 g
Diameter
29.4 mm
Thickness
1.24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#85280
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned arms, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SUPREMUS DUX IN PRUSSIA 1674

Engraver: Heinrich Sievert

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 18 Gröscher coin from the State of Brandenburg-Prussia is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick William, also known as the "Great Elector," who was a prominent figure in German history. He ruled Brandenburg-Prussia from 1640 until his death in 1688 and is credited with transforming the state into a major military and economic power. The coin, which was minted in 1674, features an image of Frederick William on one side and the Brandenburg-Prussian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 6.8 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1674  369380 - - - - - -

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