2 Schillings 1614-1617 front 2 Schillings 1614-1617 back
2 Schillings 1614-1617 photo
© Emporium Hamburg

2 Schillings

 
Silver 2.34 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Emperor
Matthias (1612-1619)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1614-1617
Value
2 Schilling (1⁄16)
Currency
Thaler (1552-1674)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.34 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177648
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Imperial eagle with 16 in orb on breast.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Schillings coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.34g is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political significance for the city. Hamburg was a major trading hub during the 17th century, and the coin was likely used extensively in trade and commerce. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and other symbols of Hamburg's prosperity, reflects the city's growing wealth and influence during this period.