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1 Scherf - Helmich von Mallinckrodt ND
| Billon | 0.27 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Helmich of Mallinckrodt (1459-1468) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1459-1468 |
| Value | 1 Scherf = ⅙ Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.27 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#143364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Uniface (brakteat).
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in the region. The Bishopric of Dorpat was part of the Livonian Confederation, which was a loose alliance of territories in what is now Estonia and Latvia. The region was constantly under threat from neighboring powers, including the Teutonic Knights and the Grand Duchy of Moscow. Despite these challenges, the Bishopric of Dorpat was able to maintain its independence and issue its own coins, such as the 1 Scherf - Helmich von Mallinckrodt coin, which is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people who lived there.
