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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
2 Schillings
| Silver | 3.32 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1553-1566 |
| Value | 2 Schilling (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Thaler (1552-1674) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.32 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#109344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Madonna and Child.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMI - DOMI - FIAT - VOLVN - TVA.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Schillings coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 3.32g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Charles V, who was trying to centralize power and create a unified currency across the Holy Roman Empire. Despite these efforts, many cities and regions continued to issue their own coins, like the 2 Schillings from Hamburg, which reflects the diversity and independence of the various German States during that time.
