1 Körtling 1498-1501 front 1 Körtling 1498-1501 back
1 Körtling 1498-1501 photo
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1 Körtling

 
Silver 1.16 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Einbeck (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1498-1501
Value
1 Körtling (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.16 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#146499
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Gothic E superimposed on cross patée in circle, R.N. date in roman numerals at end of legend.

Lettering:
AnO : DnI : m : CCC : XCIX
AN(N)(O). DNI

Interesting fact

The 1 Körtling coin from the City of Einbeck (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.16 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Maximilian I, who was trying to standardize coinage across the empire. The Körtling was a new denomination introduced by Maximilian, and it was intended to be used as a standardized currency across the empire. This coin is a rare example of early standardized currency in Europe and is a testament to the efforts of Maximilian I to create a more unified economic system.