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2 Frederick d'Or - Frederick William IV
| Gold (.903) | 13.363 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1852 |
| Value | 2 Friedrich d'Or (10) |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Gold (.903) |
| Weight | 13.363 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#32123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1846
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Frederick d'Or coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Prussia. The coin was introduced in 1841, just a few years after the Prussian government had implemented a series of economic reforms aimed at modernizing the country's economy and increasing its global competitiveness. These reforms, known as the "Prussian reforms," included the creation of a new currency system, the introduction of paper money, and the establishment of a central bank. The 2 Frederick d'Or coin was a key part of this new currency system, and its introduction helped to stabilize the Prussian economy and increase trade within the German States.
