3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1759 front 3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1759 back
3 Pfennigs - Frederick II 1759 photo
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3 Pfennigs - Frederick II

1759 year
Copper 2.4 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Duke
Frederick II the Pious (1756-1785)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1759
Value
3 Pfennig = 1 Dreiling (1⁄192)
Currency
Thaler (1701-1814)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#274376
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

3-line inscription with denomination and date. Denomination between rosettes with a further rosette at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* III *
PFENNIG
1759
*

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The obverse of 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 country's economy and culture. The coin's design was likely created to commemorate his reign and to promote his image as a powerful and enlightened leader.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1759  263677 - - - - - -

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