1 Tympf - Ernst Johann von Biron (Reverse Trial) 1764 front 1 Tympf - Ernst Johann von Biron (Reverse Trial) 1764 back
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1 Tympf - Ernst Johann von Biron Reverse Trial

1764 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia)
Duke
Ernest John of Biron (1763-1769)
Type
Pattern
Year
1764
Value
1 Tympf = 1 Ort = ½ Thaler
Currency
Thaler (1586-1795)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#361251
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and above value, all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONETA · ARGENT · DVC : CVRLAND · 1764 ·
1 T
I · C · S ·

Unabridged legend: Moneta Argentea Ducum Curlandiae

Translation: Silver coin of the Duchy of Courland

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Tympf - Ernst Johann von Biron (Reverse Trial) 1764 from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) made of Silver is that it features a unique reverse design that was not used in the final version of the coin. The reverse trial design shows a crowned shield with the coat of arms of the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia, surrounded by a wreath. This design was not used in the final version of the coin, which instead featured a different reverse design with a crowned eagle. This makes the reverse trial version a rare and interesting variation for collectors.