3 Pfennigs - Frederick Alexander 1751 front 3 Pfennigs - Frederick Alexander 1751 back
3 Pfennigs - Frederick Alexander 1751 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Frederick Alexander

1751 year
- - -
Description
Issuer
County of Wied-Neuwied (German States)
Count
John Frederick Alexander (Johann Friedrich Alexander) (1737-1784)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1751
Value
3 Pfennigs (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1744-1783)
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#417240
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
✿3✿
PFEN.
1751

Interesting fact

The Frederick Alexander 1751 coin was minted during a time of great change in Germany. It was issued during the reign of Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. During his reign, Frederick the Great implemented many reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system. The 3 Pfennigs coin was part of this new system and was minted in several German states, including the County of Wied-Neuwied. This coin is interesting because it represents a time of transition and modernization in Germany's history. The coin's design features the image of Frederick Alexander, the Count of Wied-Neuwied, on one side, and the Prussian eagle on the other. The coin's mintage was limited, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item. Overall, the 3 Pfennigs - Frederick Alexander 1751 coin from County of Wied-Neuwied (German States) is a fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the political, economic, and cultural changes that were taking place in Germany during the 18th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1751  632 - - - - - -

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