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1 Witten ND
| Silver | 1.03 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | City of Stralsund (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free city |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1403-1406 |
| Value | 1 Witten |
| Currency | Pfennig |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.03 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#154007 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Stralsund arms within shield.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
The 1 Witten coin from the City of Stralsund (German States) made of Silver weighing 1.03 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was minted during the reign of King Wenceslaus IV of Bohemia, who was also the Duke of Luxembourg and Count of Mark. This time period saw the rise of city-states and the growth of trade and commerce, which led to the need for a standardized system of currency. The 1 Witten coin was one of the first coins to be widely accepted and used in trade, helping to facilitate economic transactions across different regions and cities.
