3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1761-1762 front 3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1761-1762 back
3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1761-1762 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Frederick II

 
Copper 4 g 25.25 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1761-1762
Value
3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Copper
Weight
4 g
Diameter
25.25 mm
Thickness
1.07 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#106171
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

6-line inscription with denomination, date and mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✿ 3 ✿ ꟾ PFEN: ꟾ SCHEIDE ꟾ MUNZ. ꟾ 17 A 62

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The coin features an image of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. He was a highly influential leader who modernized the Prussian army and implemented various reforms that helped to strengthen the kingdom. The coin was minted during his reign, and it's interesting to note that Frederick II was a prolific writer and philosopher, and his writings had a significant impact on the Enlightenment era.