© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Ferding - Gotthard Kettler Wenden
1560 year| Silver (.578) | 2.46 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Gotthard Kettler (1559-1661) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1560 |
| Value | 1 Ferding = 9 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Silver (.578) |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#138662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross in shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA · NOVA · MAGIS · LIVONI ·
Translation:
Moneta Nova Magistri Livonia
New coin of the Master of Livonia
Edge
Plain
Comment
Depending on the source, this coin is listed as being minted at Reval or at Wenden. Because the mint's name is not mentioned in the legend, Wenden is the most likely mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Gotthard Kettler, who was the last Master of the Livonian Order and the first Duke of Livonia. He played a significant role in the history of the region, as he oversaw the transition of the Livonian Order from a military order to a secular duchy, and his rule marked the beginning of a new era for the region.
