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1 Schilling - Hermann II Wesel With shield; key up
1554 year| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.17 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Hermann II Wesel (1552-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1554 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| Composition | Billon (.1875 silver) |
| Weight | 1.17 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#142276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · TA · 54
Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Darpatensis
Translation: New coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.1554 (reverse legend starts at 12:00):
1) HERMA · DEI · G · EP · TA / MONE · NOVA · TA · 54
1554 (reverse legend starts at 9:00):
1) HERMA · DEI · G · EP · TA / MONE · NO · TA · 54
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Hermann II Wesel, who was the Bishop of Dorpat (now known as Tartu, Estonia) from 1544 to 1557. The coin features a shield with a key on top, which is a symbol of the Bishopric of Dorpat. The use of billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice during this time period, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable for everyday transactions.
