6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I 1801-1815 front 6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I 1801-1815 back
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6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I

 
Billon (.250 silver) 0.76 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Duke
Frederick Francis I (Friedrich Franz I) (1785-1815)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1801-1815
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄64)
Currency
Thaler (1701-1814)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
0.76 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#150495
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennigs coin from the Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued during the reign of Frederick Francis I, who was the first duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin to rule under the new constitutional monarchy established in 1803. This period saw significant economic and political reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which replaced the old system of thalers and groschen with a new system based on the Prussian taler. The 6 Pfennigs coin was part of this new system and was minted in large quantities to meet the growing demand for small denomination coins in circulation. Despite its small value, the coin is a fascinating piece of history that reflects the economic and political changes taking place in Germany during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1801  79680 - - - - - -
1802  141294 - - - - - -
1803  59858 - - - - - -
1804  61812 - - - - - -
1805  321178 - - - - - -
1809  84000 - - - - - -
1810  81472 - - - - - -
1811  222492 - - - - - -
1813  253824 - - - - - -
1815  199008 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I 1801-1815 coin.