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1 Mark
1546 year| Silver | 18.85 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Lüneburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city Wendish Coinage Union (Wendischer Münzverein) (1379-1569) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1546 |
| Value | 1 Mark (½) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 18.85 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
3 shields of arms (Lübeck, Hamburg, Wismar) in shape of trefoil, rampant lion left in center, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: STATUS.MARCE.LVBICENSIS*1546*
Comment
Stoess 30Interesting fact
The Lüneburg 1 Mark coin from 1546 is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the German States, as the region was transitioning from a feudal society to a more modern, centralized state. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable piece for collectors and historians alike.
