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1 Ferding - Sede Vacante
1515 year| Silver (.930) | 2.80 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Period | Sede vacante (1515) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1515 |
| Value | 1 Ferding = 9 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| Composition | Silver (.930) |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#142108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key in shield under date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
mO : NO : ARGENTA : TARpAT
1515
Lettering (regular font):
MO : NO : ARGENTA : TARPAT
1515
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Argentea Darpatensis
Translation: New silver coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Ferding - Sede Vacante 1515 from Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) is that it was minted during a time of great political and religious upheaval in the region. The coin was issued in 1515, during a period known as the "Sede Vacante," or "empty seat," when the Bishopric of Dorpat was vacant and the region was being contested by various factions. Despite this turmoil, the coin still bears the symbol of the Bishopric, indicating the continued importance of the church in the region.
