1807 Prussia 4 Groschen
KM#370
King Frederick William III (1797-1840)
Silver (.521 fine)
Weight: 5.345g
Diameter: 26mm
Actual Silver Weight: .0895 oz
Original 1807 silver 4 Groschen from the Kingdom of Prussia, issued during the Napoleonic Wars.
Obverse: Crowned Prussian eagle within shield, date 1807
Legend: "PURA COLON 84 EX MARCA"
Reverse: Bust of Frederick William III facing left
Legend: "FRIDERICUS WILHELM III BORUSS REX"
(Translation: Frederick William III, King of Prussia)
The year 1807 is historically significant — this was the year of the Treaties of Tilsit following Prussia's defeat by Napoleon. Coins from this year circulated during a pivotal moment in European history.
Condition:
Circulated example with visible portrait detail and eagle definition. Honest wear consistent with early 19th-century silver. Natural toning present. Please review photos carefully for exact grade assessment.
Excellent piece for collectors of:
• German States coinage
• Prussian monarchy
• Napoleonic-era Europe
• Early 1800s silver
Ships securely and well protected.
1807 Prussia 4 Groschen
KM#370
King Frederick William III (1797-1840)
Silver (.521 fine)
Weight: 5.345g
Diameter: 26mm
Actual Silver Weight: .0895 oz
Original 1807 silver 4 Groschen from the Kingdom of Prussia, issued during the Napoleonic Wars.
Obverse: Crowned Prussian eagle within shield, date 1807
Legend: "PURA COLON 84 EX MARCA"
Reverse: Bust of Frederick William III facing left
Legend: "FRIDERICUS WILHELM III BORUSS REX"
(Translation: Frederick William III, King of Prussia)
The year 1807 is historically significant — this was the year of the Treaties of Tilsit following Prussia's defeat by Napoleon. Coins from this year circulated during a pivotal moment in European history.
Condition:
Circulated example with visible portrait detail and eagle definition. Honest wear consistent with early 19th-century silver. Natural toning present. Please review photos carefully for exact grade assessment.
Excellent piece for collectors of:
• German States coinage
• Prussian monarchy
• Napoleonic-era Europe
• Early 1800s silver
Ships securely and well protected.