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1 Ferding - Wolter von Plettenberg Riga; wavy shield; without halo
1533 year| Silver (.930) | 2.50 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1533 |
| Value | 1 Ferding = 9 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Silver (.930) |
| Weight | 2.50 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#152544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle under crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Lettering: MONE · NOV · RIG'S '573
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 Livonian Confederation, which was a unique political entity that existed from 1418 to 1561. It was a confederation of ecclesiastical states and Livonian cities that was formed to counterbalance the power of the Teutonic Knights. The Livonian Confederation was known for its religious tolerance and its use of the Latin language for official documents, and it played an important role in the history of the region.
