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4 Pfennige - Frederick William IV
| Copper | 6.07 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1843-1845 |
| Value | 4 Pfennige = 1⁄90 Vereinsthaler |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.07 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#47414 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Name and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE MUNZE
4
PFENNINGE
1845
A
Interesting fact
The 4 Pfennige coin featuring Frederick William IV was minted during a time of great change in the Kingdom of Prussia. It was during his reign that the country underwent significant political and economic reforms, including the abolition of feudalism and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. This coin is a small but tangible reminder of that tumultuous period in history.
