© Haljak Coin Auction
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1 Schilling - Hermann von Brüggeneye Riga; flat corners with partial lines
1535 year| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.13 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Hermann von Brüggeneye (1535-1549) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1535 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Billon (.1875 silver) |
| Weight | 1.13 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE · NO · RIGENSIS · 1535 ·
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Comment
Another example:© gginga47
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, in this case, .1875 silver. This was a common practice during that time period, as pure silver was too soft to be used for coins that were meant to be used in everyday transactions. By adding other metals to the silver, the coin became stronger and more durable, making it suitable for circulation.
