16 Schilling 1762-1764 front 16 Schilling 1762-1764 back
16 Schilling 1762-1764 photo
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16 Schilling

 
Silver (.750) 9.16 g 34 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1762-1764
Value
16 Schilling = 1 Mark (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
9.16 g
Diameter
34 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177802
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned imperial, divided date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRANCISCVS D.G.ROM.IMP.SEMP.AUGUSTUS

Translation: Francis, by God's grace Roman emperor, forever exalted

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 16 Schilling coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of King George III of England, who was also the Elector of Hanover, and it bears his image on one side. This coin was used in trade and commerce throughout the German States and beyond, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency. Despite being minted over 250 years ago, many of these coins have survived to the present day and are highly sought after by collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1762  180000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 16 Schilling 1762-1764 coin.