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1 Artig - Dietrich II Damerow With circle; regular legend ND
| Silver | 1.21 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 | 1.21 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#139910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key under branch with circle below, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA · ThARB ·
Lettering (regular font): MONETA · THARB ·
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) TDERICVS · EPVS · / MONETA · THARBT ·
2) TIDERICVS · EPVS · / MONETA · THARBE ·
3) TIDERICVS · EPVS · / MONETA · THARB ·
4) TIDERICVS · EPVS · / MONETA · TH ·
5) TIDERICVS · EP · / MONETA · THAR ·
6) TIDERICVS · E · / 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 unique design, with a circle and regular legend, and is made of silver, weighing 1.21 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is a significant piece of history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political landscape of the Livonian Confederation during the late Middle Ages.
