© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Ferding - Wilhelm von Brandenburg
| Silver (.531) | 3.01 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wilhelm von Brandenburg (1539-1563) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1563 |
| Value | 1 Ferding = 9 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1563) |
| Composition | Silver (.531) |
| Weight | 3.01 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#139814 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed keys in shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA · NO · RIGENSIS · 63 ·
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Wilhelm von Brandenburg, who was the Archbishop of Riga from 1561 to 1563. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during his reign, as most coins from this time period were made of copper or other base metals. The fact that it was made of silver suggests that it may have been intended for use in high-value transactions or as a symbol of wealth and power. Additionally, the coin's design, which features an image of Wilhelm von Brandenburg, is a unique example of a coin that was minted during his reign.
