6 Groschen - Friedrich Wilhelm (1674 - 1688)
Features
| Denomination | 6 Groschen |
| Catalog Number | KM# 429 |
| Weight (g) | 3.42 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Silver |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Lettering:
FRID. WILH · D G · M · B · S · R · I · A · C&E
H.S.
Description:
Frederick Wilhelm of Brandenburg facing right. Mintmasters mark below bust. Frederick Wilhelm had studied in the Netherlands and he learned a great deal of trade, economics, and technology. Shortly before his death he founded the Brandenburg-African Company, and established colonial operations in Guinea, setting the groundwork for later imperial German exploits in Africa.
Translation: Friedrich Wilhelm, by the grace of God margrave of Brandenburg, arch-chamberlain and prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire.
FRID. WILH · D G · M · B · S · R · I · A · C&E
H.S.
Description:
Frederick Wilhelm of Brandenburg facing right. Mintmasters mark below bust. Frederick Wilhelm had studied in the Netherlands and he learned a great deal of trade, economics, and technology. Shortly before his death he founded the Brandenburg-African Company, and established colonial operations in Guinea, setting the groundwork for later imperial German exploits in Africa.
Translation: Friedrich Wilhelm, by the grace of God margrave of Brandenburg, arch-chamberlain and prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire.
Reverse
Lettering:
VI
16 82
SUPREMUS DUX IN PRUSSIA
Description:
Denomination in roman numbers. Crowned Coat of Arms divides date.
Translation: grand duke of Prussia
VI
16 82
SUPREMUS DUX IN PRUSSIA
Description:
Denomination in roman numbers. Crowned Coat of Arms divides date.
Translation: grand duke of Prussia
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1674 CV | 104,000 | Rare | |
| 1679 HS | 1,114,000 | Rare | |
| 1680 HS | Rare | ||
| 1681 HS | 1,650,000 | Rare | |
| 1682 HS | 4,400,000 | Rare | |
| 1683 HS | 3,367,000 | Rare | |
| 1684 HS | 4,193,000 | Rare | |
| 1685 BA | Rare | ||
| 1685 HS | 1,043,000 | Rare | |
| 1686 BA | Rare | ||
| 1687 HS | 480,000 | Rare | |
| 1688 HS | Rare |