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1 Schilling - Heinrich von Galen Riga; smooth top
1557 year| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.11 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Henry of Galen (1551-1557) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1557 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Billon (.1875 silver) |
| Weight | 1.11 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#141931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed keys separating the date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · RIGEN ·
5 - 7
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Livonian Confederation, which was a unique political entity that existed from 1418 to 1561. It was a confederation of four ecclesiastical states and six secular states in the territory of present-day Estonia and Latvia. The Livonian Order, which minted this coin, was one of the ecclesiastical states and was a military order of German knights who were responsible for the defense of the region. The coin's design, featuring Heinrich von Galen, a prominent knight of the Order, and the smooth top, which was a unique feature of Livonian coins, reflects the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
