Esther Liebmann

Esther Liebmann was a prominent German financier who played a significant role in the financial affairs of the Prussian royal court. Born in 1649, she would go on to hold a position of great influence in Berlin, serving as court Jew to King Friedrich I of Prussia. This title bestowed upon her considerable authority and responsibility in managing the monarch's financial interests.

Liebmann's rise to prominence was facilitated by her marriages, particularly her second union with Jehuda Jost "Judah Berlin" Berlin, also known as Jost Liebmann. Upon his death, she inherited not only his title but also the Münzregal, a privilege that granted her control over the minting of coins. Previously, she had been the widow of Israel Aaron of Konigsberg, and her experiences and connections likely contributed to her subsequent success as a financier. Liebmann passed away in 1714, leaving behind a legacy as a skilled and influential figure in the financial world of 17th and 18th century Germany.