1 Schilling - John IV Alchimysta ND (1437) front 1 Schilling - John IV Alchimysta ND (1437) back
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1 Schilling - John IV Alchimysta ND

1437 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth (German States)
Margrave
John IV (Johann IV) (1440-1457)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1437
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄24)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#106457
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Helmet with dogs head over shielded arms of Zollern, ring to the right.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Comment

Minted either in Neustadt an der Aisch or in Schwabach.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling - John IV Alchimysta ND (1437) coin from Margraviate of Brandenburg-Bayreuth is that it features an image of a clover on the reverse side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity during the Renaissance period.