1 Witten ND (1403-1406) front 1 Witten ND (1403-1406) back
1 Witten ND (1403-1406) photo
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1 Witten ND

 
Silver 1.16 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Wismar (German States)
Period
Free city (1226-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1403-1406
Value
1 Witten (4)
Currency
Witten
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.16 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#110382
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned bull head with streched out tongue facing.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Interesting fact

The Witten coin was minted during the reign of Prince-Bishop Johann III of Schaumburg, who ruled the Bishopric of Wismar from 1403 to 1406. During his reign, the city of Wismar experienced significant economic growth, and the minting of coins like the Witten helped to facilitate trade and commerce in the region.