2 Pfennigs - Frederick III 1750-1755 front 2 Pfennigs - Frederick III 1750-1755 back
2 Pfennigs - Frederick III 1750-1755 photo
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2 Pfennigs - Frederick III

 
Copper 3.5 g 23.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, German States)
Duke
Ernest Augustus II (Ernst August II) (1748-1758)
Regent
Frederick III of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg (Friedrich III von Sachsen-Gotha-Altenburg) (1748-1755)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1750-1755
Value
2 Pfennigs (2 Pfennige)
Currency
Thaler (1741-1870)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
23.8 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#44240
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

5-line inscription with date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
II
PFENNIG
F.S.E.OBERV.
L. MUNTZ
1751

Edge

Plain

Comment

Variant from 1750: Automatically translated

Interesting fact

The 2 Pfennigs coin from the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, featuring Frederick III, is notable for its unique design. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Frederick III, while the reverse side features a depiction of a shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach. This design was used for coins minted during Frederick III's reign from 1750 to 1755. It's also worth mentioning that the coin was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time, and it weighs 3.5 grams. I hope you find this information helpful!