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2 Gröschel - Frederick II
| Billon | 1.3 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1771-1786 |
| Value | 2 Gröschel (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#73674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
4-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ZWEY ꟾ GRÖSCHEL ꟾ 1775 ꟾ ✿B✿
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck for use in Silesia.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Gröschel coin from the Kingdom of Prussia is that it was minted during the reign of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a prominent figure in European history. He was known for his military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural achievements, and his reign marked a significant period of growth and development for the Kingdom of Prussia. The coin itself is made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in coinage during that time period, and weighs 1.3 grams.
