© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
3 Grossus - Frederick William II type 2 legend
| Copper | 11.69 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Prussian Partition of Poland (Polish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William II (1786-1797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1797 |
| Value | Grossus Triplex = 3 Grossus (0.1) |
| Currency | South Prussia - First Złoty (1793-1807) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.69 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#32306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: GROSSUS BORUSS MERID. TRIPLEX
Interesting fact
The 3 Grossus coin featuring Frederick William II (type 2 legend) was minted during a time of great change in Poland. The Polish States were under the control of Prussia, and the coin was minted in Berlin, which was the capital of Prussia at the time. Despite being minted in Prussia, the coin still features the Polish coat of arms on one side, indicating the complex political situation of the time.