3 Pfennige - Frederick Francis II 1852-1864 front 3 Pfennige - Frederick Francis II 1852-1864 back
3 Pfennige - Frederick Francis II 1852-1864 photo
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3 Pfennige - Frederick Francis II

 
Copper 2.32 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Grand duke
Frederick Francis II (Friedrich Franz II) (1842-1883)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1852-1864
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1815-1872)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.32 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#17843
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Three-line inscription and mintmark

Script: Latin

Lettering:
3
PFENNINGE
1855
A

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennige coin from the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it features an image of Frederick Francis II, who was the reigning grand duke at the time the coin was minted. The coin was minted from 1852 to 1864, and it was made of copper, weighing 2.32 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is a fascinating piece of history for those interested in numismatics or the history of Germany.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1853 A - - - - - -
1855 A 1135000 - - - - - -
1861 A - - - - - -
1864 A 1076000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pfennige - Frederick Francis II 1852-1864 coin.