1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg (Reval; decorative lettering) ND (1515-1522) front 1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg (Reval; decorative lettering) ND (1515-1522) back
1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg (Reval; decorative lettering) ND (1515-1522) photo
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1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg Reval; decorative lettering ND

 
Billon 0.34 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation)
Master
Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1515-1522
Value
1 Pfennig = ⅓ Schilling
Currency
Schilling (1422-1561)
Composition
Billon
Weight
0.34 g
Diameter
13 mm
Thickness
0.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#138666
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cross dividing legend into four sections.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MA - GIS - LIV - ONI -

Lettering (regular font): MA - GIS - LIV - ONI -

Translation:
Magistri Livoniae
Master of Livonia

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique decorative lettering style, known as the "Reval" style, which was used in the city of Reval (now Tallinn, Estonia) during the 16th century. This style is characterized by intricate floral and foliage motifs, and can be seen on the coin's obverse (front side) surrounding the coat of arms.