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1 Schilling - Wilhelm von Brandenburg Small eagle
| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.01 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Archbishop | Wilhelm von Brandenburg (1539-1563) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1562 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1563) |
| Composition | Billon (.1875 silver) |
| Weight | 1.01 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140721 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed keys separating date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · RIGE
6 - Z
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Schilling coin from the Archbishopric of Riga (Livonian Confederation) featuring Wilhelm von Brandenburg (Small eagle) has a unique feature - it was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and copper, which was commonly used in the 16th century for coinage. The use of Billon in coinage was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still holds historical significance and is a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
