16 Schilling Courant 1789 front 16 Schilling Courant 1789 back
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16 Schilling Courant

1789 year
Silver (.750) 9.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1789
Value
16 Schilling Courant (⅓)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
9.16 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40974
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, titles of Josef II.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IOSEPHUS II D G ROM IMP SEMP AUGUSTUS
1789

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 16 Schilling Courant coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued in 1789, just a few years before the French Revolution, which had a profound impact on the European monetary system. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, reflecting the importance of trade and commerce in the region. Despite being a standard circulation coin, it has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1789 OHK - - - - - -

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