6 Gröscher - Frederick II Seven Years' War
1757 year| Silver | 2.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1757 |
| Value | 6 Gröscher (¼) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two adjacent shields of arms, eagle in each, 'VI' in between near top, large crown above, date divided below, mintmark in cartouche at bottom
Lettering:
1757
VI
MONETA ARGENETA
C
Comment
Minted during the Seven Years' WarAlthough the 'C' mintmark normally designated Cleves, these coins were struck in Berlin, Aurich, Magdeburg and Königsberg, as well as Cleves.
Interesting fact
The 6 Gröscher coin was minted during the reign of Frederick II of Prussia, also known as Frederick the Great, who was a prominent military leader and strategist. The coin was issued to help finance the Seven Years' War, which was a major conflict between Prussia and several other European powers. Despite the war effort, the coin's design remained relatively simple, featuring an image of Frederick II on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item today, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
