© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Schilling - Sede Vacante ND
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.10 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Period | Sede vacante (1479-1484) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1479-1484 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1563) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.10 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140609 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Lily in shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ET · CIVITATIS · RIGENS ·
Lettering (regular font): ET · CIVITATIS · RIGENS ·
Translation:
Et Civitatis Rigensis
And the City of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a period of political turmoil in the Archbishopric of Riga, which was part of the Livonian Confederation. The coin's minting was likely a response to the economic needs of the region during this time, and its design and composition reflect the political and economic influences of the era.
