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½ Schilling
| Silver | 1.34 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | City of Stralsund (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1501-1515 |
| Value | ½ Schilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#129408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross in circle, various symbols in one angle, legend in Gothic letters.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DEVS. IN. NOMINE. TVO. (S'C) (+).
Lettering (regular font): DEVS. IN. NOMINE. TVO. (S'C) (+).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Schilling coin from the City of Stralsund (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.34 g is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued between 1501 and 1515, a period marked by the rise of trade and commerce, as well as the Protestant Reformation. The City of Stralsund, located in the northern German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, was an important trading center during this time, and the coin was likely used for everyday transactions. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, indicating the wealth and prosperity of the region. Today, this coin is a valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and cultural history of early modern Europe.
