1 Schilling 1641-1656 front 1 Schilling 1641-1656 back
1 Schilling 1641-1656 photo

1 Schilling

 
Silver 1.05 g 19.6 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Dortmund (German States)
Period
Free city
Emperor
Ferdinand III (1637-1657)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1641-1656
Value
1 Schilling (⅑)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.05 g
Diameter
19.6 mm
Thickness
0.50 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#139817
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

4-line inscription including denomination within circle, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
SHIL
LING
1656
MON:NOV:CIV:IMP:TREMO

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling coin from the City of Dortmund (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.05g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The Thirty Years War had just ended in 1648, and many German states were struggling to rebuild their economies. The City of Dortmund, in particular, was an important trading center and the coin was likely used extensively in local commerce. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable collector's item today.