© Podlaski Gabinet Numizmatyczny Marek Melcer
© Podlaski Gabinet Numizmatyczny Marek Melcer
1 Ferding - Wolter von Plettenberg Riga; smooth shield
| Silver (.930) | 2.46 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1523-1526 |
| Value | 1 Ferding = 9 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Silver (.930) |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle under crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · RIGEN· 15Z6
Lettering (regular font): MONE · NOVA · RIGEN· 15Z6
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Livonian Order, a military order of German knights, had been present in the area since the 13th century, but in the early 16th century, they were facing challenges from the Grand Duchy of Moscow and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. This coin was minted during the reign of Wolter von Plettenberg, the Master of the Order, who was instrumental in trying to maintain the Order's independence and power during this time. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the symbol of the smooth shield, which was a symbol of the Order's power and authority.
