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½ Goldgulden - Wolter von Plettenberg Riga
1528 year| Gold | 2.17 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1528 |
| Value | ½ Goldgulden = 202½ Schilling (202.5) |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.17 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141885 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 15Z8
Lettering (regular font): MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 15Z8
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Goldgulden coin from the Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) weighs 2.17g, which is unusually light for a gold coin. Most gold coins from this era were made with a higher gold content and weighed more. This suggests that the coin may have been intended for everyday use and not just for collecting or display.
