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1 Thaler Type
1573 year| Billon (.4375 silver) | 27.25 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Free city of Riga (Livonian Confederation) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city (1563-1579) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1573 |
| Value | 1 Thaler = 162 Schilling |
| Currency | Schilling (1561-1581) |
| Composition | Billon (.4375 silver) |
| Weight | 27.25 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#143039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed keys under cross in ornament shield separating date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DENARIVS · ARGENTEVS · XVIII · FERD · R
Unabridged legend: Denarius Argentea XVIII Ferding
Translation: Silver denarius, 18 ferding
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Type 2 coins from 1573 have a different reverse legend.Interesting fact
The 1 Thaler coin from the Free City of Riga, issued in 1573, features an intricate design on its reverse side, including a depiction of the city's coat of arms, which includes a lion holding a shield with the city's emblem, surrounded by ornate foliage and geometric patterns.
