1 Ducat - Hermann von Brüggeneye (Riga) 1535 front 1 Ducat - Hermann von Brüggeneye (Riga) 1535 back
1 Ducat - Hermann von Brüggeneye (Riga) 1535 photo
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1 Ducat - Hermann von Brüggeneye Riga

1535 year
Gold (.986) 3.49 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation)
Master
Hermann von Brüggeneye (1535-1549)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1535
Value
1 Ducat (324)
Currency
Schilling (1422-1561)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.49 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#141889
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Castle under crossed keys and surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MONE · NOVA · RIGENS · 1535 ·

Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat coin from Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) is that it features an image of Hermann von Brüggeneye, who was the Master of the Order from 1531 to 1549. This coin was minted during his tenure, making it a unique piece of history that highlights the significance of his leadership during that time.