Denier - Frederick II 1746-1747 front Denier - Frederick II 1746-1747 back
Denier - Frederick II 1746-1747 photo
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Denier - Frederick II

 
Billon 1.15 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Prussia (German States)
King
Frederick II the Great (Friedrich II der Große) (1740-1786)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1746-1747
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.15 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#55661
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Value, date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*I*
DENAR
SCHEIDE
MUNTZ
17w47

Comment

AHE = Adam Heinrich von Ehrenberg
W = Wratislawia

This coin is listed under Silesia in KM and under Schlesien(Silesia) in Schön DM.

Interesting fact

The Denier coin from the Kingdom of Prussia, issued during the reign of Frederick II (1746-1747), was made of Billon, a type of alloy that consists of a mixture of copper, silver, and other metals. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin was still designed with intricate details and patterns, showcasing the advanced craftsmanship of the time.