1 Schilling 1851 front 1 Schilling 1851 back
1 Schilling 1851 photo

1 Schilling

1851 year
Billon (.375 silver) 1.08 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1851
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Billon (.375 silver)
Weight
1.08 g
Diameter
16 mm
Thickness
1.02 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#15741
Rarity index
61%

Reverse

Name and dateAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*I*
SCHILLING
HAMB.COUR.
1851

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Schilling 1851 coin from the Free Hanseatic City of Hamburg (German States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Germany. The coin was minted in Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper, and it weighs 1.08 grams. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during a period when the German states were transitioning from a feudal system to a more modern, industrialized economy. The coin's design features the Hamburg coat of arms, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown, symbolizing the city's wealth and power. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the economic and political changes that were taking place in Germany during the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1851  240000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Schilling 1851 coin.