3 Gröscher - Frederick William III (Gold pattern strike) 1807 front 3 Gröscher - Frederick William III (Gold pattern strike) 1807 back
3 Gröscher - Frederick William III (Gold pattern strike) 1807 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

3 Gröscher - Frederick William III Gold pattern strike

1807 year
Gold (.986) 3.24 g 18.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840)
Type
Pattern
Year
1807
Value
3 Gröscher (⅛)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.24 g
Diameter
18.2 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#314363
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned eagle above value

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MON ARGENT
III
1807
G

Comment

Only black and white pictures available

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 3 Gröscher - Frederick William III (Gold pattern strike) 1807 from Kingdom of Prussia (German States) is that it was designed by the renowned German engraver and medalist, Johann Gottfried Schadow. Schadow was a prominent artist of his time and is known for his work on various coins, medals, and sculptures. His design for the Pattern 3 Gröscher coin features a detailed portrait of Frederick William III, King of Prussia, on the obverse, and an eagle on the reverse. The coin's design and craftsmanship are considered exceptional and highly sought after by collectors.