© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Scherf - Anonymous Reval; with dots ND
| Billon | 0.20 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1426-1471 |
| Value | 1 Scherf = ⅙ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.20 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#161485 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Uniface (brakteat).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Livonian Confederation, which was a political entity that existed in the 15th century in the region that is now Latvia and Estonia. The coin was made of billon, a type of alloy that is composed of silver and copper, and it weighed 0.20 grams. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the region during its time.
