© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Schilling - Johann von der Recke Riga; flat top
| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.11 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | John of the Recke (Johann von der Recke) (1549-1551) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1549-1551 |
| 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#140796 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONE · NO · RIGENSI · 51 ·
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.No date:
1) IOAN - D : RE - D · O · M - LIVO - / MONETA · NO · RIGENS ·
1549:
1) IOAN - D : RE - D · O · M - LIVO - / MONE · NO · RIGENS · 49 ·
1550:
1) IOAN - D : RE - D · O · M - LIVO - / MONE · NO · RIGENSI · 550 ·
1551:
1) IOAN - D : RE - D · O · M - LIVO - / MONE · NO · RIGENSI · 51 ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in the region. The Livonian Order, a military order of German knights, had been prominent in the area since the 13th century, but in the 16th century, it was facing challenges from the rising powers of Russia and Poland. This coin was minted during the reign of Johann von der Recke, who was the last Master of the Livonian Order, and it is believed that the coin was minted as a way to help finance the Order's military campaigns. Despite the challenges faced by the Order, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.
