© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg and Jasper Linde Riga; one shield; smooth bottom with left half shaded ND
| Billon | 0.38 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Livonia and Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Wolter von Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Archbishop | Jasper Linde (1509-1524) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1509-1524 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig = ⅓ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1500-1561) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.38 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#143788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tree within circle and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MO · ARCHI · RIGIEN ·
Lettering (regular font): MO · ARCHI · RIGIEN ·
Translation:
Moneta Archi Rigensis
Coin of the Arch(-bishop) of Riga
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was issued as a joint coinage between the Livonian Order and the Archbishopric of Riga.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Livonian Confederation, which was a loose alliance of territories in present-day Estonia and Latvia, was facing threats from neighboring powers and was struggling to maintain its independence. Despite these challenges, the confederation was able to issue its own coins, such as this 1 Pfennig coin, which feature the images of prominent local leaders and symbols of the region. This coin is a rare surviving example of the currency used during this time period and offers a glimpse into the economic and political history of the region.
