1 Schilling - Christian Eberhard 1693-1700 front 1 Schilling - Christian Eberhard 1693-1700 back
1 Schilling - Christian Eberhard 1693-1700 photo
© Dmitrij Rodionov

1 Schilling - Christian Eberhard

 
Silver 3.3 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of East Frisia (East Frisia, German States)
Prince
Christian Eberhard (1665-1708)
Emperor
Leopold I (1657-1705)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1700
Value
1 Schilling = 6 Stüber (⅕)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#78185
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, date at end of legend. Title of Leopold I Emperor.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LEOPOLD ROM IMPER SEM AUG date

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling coin from the Principality of East Frisia is that it features an image of Christian Eberhard, the ruling prince of the region from 1693 to 1700. The coin was minted during his reign and bears his likeness on one side, while the other side features the coat of arms of East Frisia. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the German states.