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1 Schilling - Bernd von der Borch Riga ND
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.06 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Bernard of the Borch (1471-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1483 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.06 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#139911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross dividing the surrounding legend into four sections.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MON · ETA · RIG · ENS ·
Lettering (regular font): MON · ETA · RIG · ENS ·
Translation:
Moneta Rigensis
Coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Bernd von der Borch, who was the Master of the Livonian Order, a military order of German knights, from 1471 to 1483. The coin features an image of von der Borch on one side and the Livonian Order's coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare example of a billon coin, which is made from a mixture of silver and other metals, and its unique composition and design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
