© Haljak Coin Auction
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1 Pfennig - Christian Bomhower ND
| Billon | 0.37 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Christian Bomhower (1515-1518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1515-1518 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig = ⅓ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.37 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#139685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MO · NO · TARPATE
Lettering (regular font): MO · NO · TARPATE
Translation:
Moneta Nova Darpatensis
New coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Pfennig coin from the Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) made of Billon and weighing 0.37g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Christian Bomhower, who was the Bishop of Dorpat from 1515 to 1518. This coin is a rare example of a standard circulation coin from this time period and region, and its Billon composition and weight provide insight into the economic and monetary systems of the Livonian Confederation during the early 16th century.
