© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
9 Kreuzer - Frederick William III
1808 year| Billon | 3.37 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick William III (Friedrich Wilhelm III) (1797-1840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1808 |
| Value | 9 Kreuzers (⅛) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#209153 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Eagle above denomination and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SCHLES. L . M .
9
KREUZER
1808
G
Interesting fact
The 9 Kreuzer coin was minted during the reign of Frederick William III of Prussia, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Prussian eagle on the other, symbolizing the power and authority of the Prussian monarchy. Despite its relatively small denomination, the 9 Kreuzer coin was an important part of the Prussian economy at the time and was widely used in everyday transactions.
