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1 Artig - Dietrich II Damerow With circle; large legend ND
| Silver | 1.18 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Dietrich II Damerow (1378-1400) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1379-1400 |
| Value | 1 Artig |
| Currency | Artig (1346-1426) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#143546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key under branch with circle below, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: HOnETA · TA
Lettering (regular font): HONETA · TA
Translation:
Moneta Darpatensis
Coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Comment
For the artigs of Dietrich II Damerow with the dot below the crossed sword and key, the legend will either appear to be a regular size, or much larger. The differences between the coins depends on the lettering.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date:
1) TIRIEVS · EPVS · / MONETA · THA ·
2) TIRIEVS · EPV · / MONETA · DARA ·
3) TIRIEVS · EPV · / MONETA · TH ·
4) TIRIEVS · EP · / MONETA · DAR
5) TIRIEVS · EP · / MONETA · TH ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Dietrich II Damerow, who was the Bishop of Dorpat (now known as Tartu, Estonia) from 1379 to 1400. The coin features a large legend and a circle on the obverse, which was a common design element for coins during this time period. Despite being made of silver, the coin weighs only 1.18 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar composition. This may indicate that the coin was intended for everyday use and was not meant to be a high-value denomination.
