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1 Scherf - Dietrich V Hake ND
| Billon | 0.20 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Dietrich V Hake (1485-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1485-1498 |
| Value | 1 Scherf = ⅙ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| 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#142053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Uniface (brakteat).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the region. The Bishopric of Dorpat was part of the Livonian Confederation, a loose alliance of territories in what is now Estonia and Latvia. During the late 15th century, the region was facing threats from neighboring powers, including the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Teutonic Knights. Despite these challenges, the Bishopric of Dorpat was able to maintain its independence and continue minting its own coins, such as this 1 Scherf coin.
