3 Pfennigs - William I
| Copper | 4.4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (Wilhelm I.) (1861-1888) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1861-1873 |
| Value | 3 Pfenninge = 3 Pfennig (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#14248 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Lettering around top, value and date in middle. Mint letter at bottom below dividing line
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE MÜNZE
3
PFENNINGE
1873
C
Edge
Plain
Comment
3 pfennig = 1/4 groschen = 1/120 thaler
The reference weight for this coin is 4.467 g. and the tolerance values are 4.31 g. and 4.73 g.
Silver strikes exist with 1864A, 1873A and 1871C corners.
Some coins have a finely ribbed edge; the AKS mentions 1867, 1869, 1870 and 1872 from the Hannover mint (B). However, the year 1873 B also exists with a finely striated edge.
Jaeger cites several polished blank coins (1861A, 1865A, 1866A, 1871-1873A, 1867B, 1870B, 1873B, 1867-1872C).
Interesting fact
The 3 Pfennigs coin from the Kingdom of Prussia (German States) made of Copper and weighing 4.4g is interesting because it was minted during the reign of King Wilhelm I, who was also known as Wilhelm the Great. He was the first German Emperor and played a significant role in the unification of Germany. The coin's design features Wilhelm's portrait on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and unity of the German states under his rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1861 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1862 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1863 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1864 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1865 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1866 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1867 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1867 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1867 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1869 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1869 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1869 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1870 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1870 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1870 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1871 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1871 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1871 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1872 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1872 B | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1872 C | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1873 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1873 B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pfennigs - William I 1861-1873 coin.
