1 Schilling 1661-1704 front 1 Schilling 1661-1704 back
1 Schilling 1661-1704 photo

1 Schilling

 
Silver 1 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Rostock (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1661-1704
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
1 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#194311
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Gothic 'r' in rose bloom superimposed on floral cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SIT. NOM. DNI. BND.

Interesting fact

The 1 Schilling coin from the City of Rostock (German States) made of Silver weighing 1g has an interesting fact that it was used as a currency in the past, specifically during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was a standard circulation coin during that time and was used for everyday transactions.