© Haljak Coin Auction
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1 Schilling - Wolter von Plettenberg Riga; smooth bottom with curved top
| Billon (.1875 silver) | 1.09 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Livonian Order (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Master | Walter of Plettenberg (1494-1535) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1532-1533 |
| Value | 1 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1422-1561) |
| Composition | Billon (.1875 silver) |
| Weight | 1.09 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#140217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crossed keys surrounded by legend.
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 153Z ·
Translation:
Moneta Nova Rigensis
New coin of Riga
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.1532:
1) WOL - PLETT - ENB · M - A · LIVO - / MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 1532 ·
2) WOL - PLETT - ENB · M - A · LIVO - / MONE · NO · RIGENSIS · 1532 ·
3) WOL - PLETT - ENB · M - A · LIV - / MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 1532 ·
1533:
1) WOL - PLETT - ENB · M - A · LIV - / MONE · NOVA · RIGENSIS · 1533 ·
Another example:
© gginga47
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design, with a smooth bottom and a curved top, which sets it apart from other coins of the time.
