© Robert R
© Robert R
1 Lübische - Bernhard II Bülow ND
| Silver | 0.37 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Bernard II Bülow (1410-1413) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1410-1413 |
| Value | 1 Lübische = ⅓ Artig |
| Currency | Artig (1346-1426) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.37 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#143367 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: M · DARPA · E
Lettering (regular font): M · DARPA · E
Translation:
Moneta Darpatensis Episcopus
Coin of the Bishopric of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lübische means Lübeck-pfennig, which indicates the popularity of foreign coins (specifically those from Lübeck) in the earlier times of Livonian coinage.The Lübische pieces of Dietrich II Damerow (1379-1400), Heinrich II Wrangel (1400-1410), Bernhard II Bülow (1410-1413), and Dietrich III Resler (1413-1441) can be difficult to distinguish. While the legend is a good indicator, it can sometimes be blurred or illegible. With that being said, the designs on each ruler's coins are slightly different, varying in size and style.
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date:
1) M · DARPA · E / M · DARPA · E
2) DARPA · E / M · DARPA · E
3) DARPA · E / DARPA · E
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Lübische - Bernhard II Bülow ND (1410-1413) coin from the Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a bishop's mitre, while the reverse side features a shield with the coat of arms of the Livonian Confederation. This blend of styles reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which the coin was minted.
