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4 Pfennigs - Frederick William IV
| Copper | 6.090 g | 25.85 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William IV (Friedrich Wilhelm IV) (1840-1861) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1846-1860 |
| Value | 4 Pfenninge (1⁄90) |
| Currency | Vereinsthaler (1821-1873) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.090 g |
| Diameter | 25.85 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13338 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Three-line inscription with date, mintmark in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHEIDE MÜNZE
4 ꟾ PFENNINGE ꟾ date ꟾ différent
Edge
Plain
Comment
The change of monetary system in 1857 resulted in a slight reduction in weight [6.090 → 6.0 g.].The year 1849 A, listed by SCWC, NGC and Neumann, does not exist.
1846 also exists with 4 openings.
Interesting fact
The 4 Pfennigs coin featuring Frederick William IV of Prussia was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in 1846, just a few years before the Revolutions of 1848, which saw widespread political unrest and the overthrow of several European monarchies. Despite this turmoil, the coin remained in circulation until 1860, when Frederick William IV abdicated and was succeeded by his brother, Wilhelm I. This coin is a small but fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the tumultuous political climate of 19th-century Europe.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1854 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1856 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1857 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1860 A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pfennigs - Frederick William IV 1846-1860 coin.
