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1 Körtling
1429 year| Silver | 1.46 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | City of Göttingen (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1429 |
| Value | 1 Körtling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.46 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#136945 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large Gothic G over short cross pattée.
Interesting fact
The 1 Körtling coin from the City of Göttingen (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.46 g is interesting because it was minted during a time when the city was an important center of trade and commerce in Northern Germany, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse of the coin features the coat of arms of Göttingen, which includes a shield with a silver lion passant, symbolizing the city's connection to the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation that dominated trade in the region during the Middle Ages. The reverse of the coin features a stylized image of a tree, which represents the city's connection to the natural world and its commitment to sustainability. Overall, this coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the city's rich cultural and economic heritage.
