1 Schilling 1639-1660 front 1 Schilling 1639-1660 back
1 Schilling 1639-1660 photo
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1 Schilling

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1639-1660
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1552-1674)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177685
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

48 in shield, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Hamburg was a major trading hub during the 17th century, and the coin was likely used extensively in trade and commerce. Additionally, the coin's design features the city's coat of arms, which includes a shield with a crossed hammer and key, symbolizing the city's importance as a center of trade and industry.