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© Benoît31
1 Schilling - Adam Frederick of Seinsheim
1763 year| Billon | - | - |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Würzburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Adam Frederick of Seinsheim (Adam Friedrich von Seinsheim) (1755-1779) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1763 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄28) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Billon |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#71648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned Virgin Mary holding child Christ and scepter standing on crescent moon.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SVSCIPE ET PROTEGE
M P
Interesting fact
This coin was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Germany. The Bishopric of Würzburg was a small state within the Holy Roman Empire, and the coinage of the time reflected the political and economic influences of the region. The 1 Schilling coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used in everyday transactions. Additionally, the fact that it was made of Billon, a copper and silver alloy, suggests that it was valued for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. Overall, this coin provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and political climate of 18th century Germany.
