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1 Körtling ND
1550 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Herford (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1550 |
| Value | 1 Körtling (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#223734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Short cross of St. Andrew superimposed on long cross, all in circle.
Lettering: NOR - DNI - AIB - OTI.
Comment
Reverse struck in the style of the Etschkreuzer.Interesting fact
The 1 Körtling coin from the City of Herford (German States) made of Silver has a unique feature. It has a crescent moon shape on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the city's coat of arms. This design was used to represent the city's connection to the Hanseatic League, a powerful trading confederation in Northern Europe during the Middle Ages.