© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Schilling
| Silver | 1.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1553-1566 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Thaler (1552-1674) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#114183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross in dotted circle, small shield in center with nettleleaf, cloverleaf in each angle of cross, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CRVX.CHRISTI.GLORI.NOS.1553
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.86g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles V, who was instrumental in shaping the Holy Roman Empire and its currency. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and the emperor's image, reflects the complex political and economic relationships of the time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the region.
