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1 Pfennig - Wolter von Plettenberg Wenden ND
| Billon | 0.37 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1494-1535 |
| Value | 1 Pfennig = ⅓ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| 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#140672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Cross that divides the surrounding legend into four sections.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MON - ETA - WEN - DEN -
Lettering (regular font): MON - ETA - WEN - DEN -
Translation:
Moneta Wendensis
Coin of Wenden
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Wolter von Plettenberg, who was the Master of the Livonian Order, a military order of German knights, from 1494 to 1535. The coin features an image of von Plettenberg on one side and the Livonian Order's coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare example of a billon coin, which is made from a mixture of silver and copper, and was likely used for everyday transactions in the region.
