3 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis II 1843-1848 front 3 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis II 1843-1848 back
3 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis II 1843-1848 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis II

 
Copper 2.6 g 21.3 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
1843-1848
Value
3 Pfenninge = 3 Pfennig (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1815-1872)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
21.3 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#35058
Rarity index
40%

Reverse

Value, date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* 3 *
PFENNINGE
1843
*

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Pfennigs 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. This is notable because Frederick Francis II was known for his efforts to modernize and liberalize the government of Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and his image on the coin serves as a symbol of his leadership and vision for the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1843  88742 - - - - - -
1845  150942 - - - - - -
1846  72997 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis II 1843-1848 coin.