© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Schilling - Johannes VI Bey Curvy shields; sword left; key right ND
| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.17 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Bishop | Johannes VI Bey (1528-1543) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1528-1539 |
| 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#143665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key in curvy shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA · NOVA · TA
Lettering (regular font): MONETA · NOVA · TA
Translation:
Moneta Nova Darpatensis
New coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.No date:
1) DOMIN · IOHAN · EL · TA / MONETA · NOVA · TA
2) DOMI · IOHA · EL · TA / MONETA · NOVA · TA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Johannes VI Bey, who was the Bishop of Dorpat (now known as Tartu, Estonia) from 1528 to 1539. The coin features a unique design, with curved shields on either side of the central image of the bishop, and a sword and key on opposite sides. Additionally, the coin was made of billon, which is an alloy of silver and other metals, and weighs 1.17 grams.
