1 Schilling (Gold pattern strike) 1798 front 1 Schilling (Gold pattern strike) 1798 back
1 Schilling (Gold pattern strike) 1798 photo
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1 Schilling Gold pattern strike

1798 year
Gold (.979) 3.46 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Pattern
Year
1798
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
3.46 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#178117
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

5-line inscription with denomination and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I
SCHILLING
HAMBVRGER
COVRANT
1798

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Schilling (Gold pattern strike) 1798 from Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Europe. The coin was issued during the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce in the region. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold content and intricate design making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.