1 Schilling - Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels 1764 front 1 Schilling - Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels 1764 back
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1 Schilling - Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels

1764 year
Billon 1.98 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Bishopric of Münster (German States)
Prince-bishop
Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels (1761-1784)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1764
Value
1 Schilling (1⁄28)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.98 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#59019
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Saint Paul over value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering: I.SCHILL.M.L.M

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Schilling - Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels 1764 coin from the Bishopric of Münster (German States) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. Billon is a mixture of silver and other metals, typically copper, and was used to create a more durable and affordable alternative to pure silver coins. The use of Billon in the production of coins like the 1 Schilling - Maximilian Frederick of Königsegg-Rothenfels 1764 coin allowed for the creation of a larger number of coins with a lower silver content, making them more accessible to the general population.