© Haljak Coin Auction
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1 Schilling - Bernd von der Borch Wenden ND
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.12 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 | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross that divides the surrounding legend into four sections.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MON - ETA - WEN - DNS -
Lettering (regular font): MON - ETA - WEN - DNS -
Translation:
Moneta Wendensis
Coin of Wenden
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 Livonian Order played a significant role in the history of the region, and this coin is a tangible reminder of that era.
