© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Schilling Sword right; key left ND
1558 year| Copper | 1.04 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Period | Russian occupation (1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1558 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1558) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#149035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and key surrounded by degraded legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MO · NOVA · VA · TARPATA
Translation:
Moneta Nova Darpatensis
New coin of Dorpat
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols on its design. On one side, it has a sword and a key, which are symbols of the Bishopric of Dorpat's authority and power. On the other side, it has the year 1558 and the letters "ND," which stand for "Nova moneta," or "new coin." This suggests that the coin was issued as part of a new currency system or reform, which makes it a significant piece in the history of the Livonian Confederation.
