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1 Schilling - Albert of Hohenzollern
| Silver | 1 g | 18.47 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Prussia (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Albert I (Albrecht I) (1525-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1529-1560 |
| Value | 1 Schilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Thaler (1525-1701) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 18.47 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#76343 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Prussian eagle within 'S' in crowned shield on breast.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ALBERTVS D G DVX PRVSSIE
Comment
Bahr. 1128, Neumann 48Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Schilling - Albert of Hohenzollern 1529-1560 from Duchy of Prussia (German States) made of Silver weighing 1 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe. The coin was minted in the mid-16th century, a period marked by religious conflicts, political turmoil, and social unrest. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Duchy of Prussia and the Hohenzollern dynasty, which played a significant role in shaping the region's history.
