© JM
© JM
1 Dreiling
| Copper | 1.70 g | 20.9 mm |
| Issuer | City of Rostock (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1621-1654 |
| Value | 3 Pfennigs (3 Pfennige) (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.70 g |
| Diameter | 20.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#198289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Inscription with rose below and above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
1621
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Dreiling coin from the City of Rostock was minted during a time of great economic and cultural significance for the city. In the early 17th century, Rostock was a major trading hub in the Baltic Sea region, and its merchant class had amassed significant wealth and influence. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a crowned eagle, reflects the city's pride in its history and status. Despite its small denomination, the 1 Dreiling coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Rostock and surrounding regions, and it remains a valuable collector's item today.
