6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I 1816-1817 front 6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I 1816-1817 back
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6 Pfennigs - Frederick Francis I

 
Billon (.250 silver) 0.76 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Grand duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (German States)
Grand duke
Frederick Francis I (Friedrich Franz I) (1815-1837)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1816-1817
Value
6 Pfennigs (6 Pfennige) (1⁄96)
Currency
Thaler (1815-1872)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
0.76 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#267589
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VI
PFEN:MECK
SCHWERIN
SCHEID.M
1817

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pfennigs coin from the Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was issued in 1816-1817, just after the Napoleonic Wars, which had a profound impact on the country's economy and political landscape. The coin's mintage was likely a response to the need for a stable currency during this time of transition. Additionally, the use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this period, as it was a more affordable alternative to pure silver.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1816  255056 - - - - - -
1817  299968 - - - - - -

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 1816-1817 coin.