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1 Mark - Wolter von Plettenberg Reval
1528 year| Silver (.930) | 8.33 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1528 |
| Value | 1 Mark = 36 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Silver (.930) |
| Weight | 8.33 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Date above cross in shield, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · ARGENTI · REVALIE · ANNO ·
15Z8
Lettering (regular font):
MONETA · NOVA · ARGENTI · REVALIE · ANNO ·
15Z8
Translation:
Moneta Nova Argentea Revaliensis Anno
New silver coin of Reval, in the year of our Lord
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mark - Wolter von Plettenberg (Reval) 1528 coin from the Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) is that it features a unique blend of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Wolter von Plettenberg, the Master of the Livonian Order, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of the Livonian Order, which includes a cross and a lion. The use of these two styles in the coin's design reflects the cultural and artistic influences of the time period in which it was minted.
