2 Schillings 1562 front 2 Schillings 1562 back
2 Schillings 1562 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

2 Schillings

1562 year
Silver 3.07 g -
Description
Issuer
City of Lüneburg (German States)
Period
Free city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1562
Value
2 Schillings (1⁄16)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.07 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#309990
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Full-length standing figure of St. John holding Lamb, small shield of rampant lion left between feet, date at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The Lüneburg 2 Schillings coin from 1562 is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with a crowned shield on the obverse (front) side and a cross on the reverse (back) side. This design was used specifically for coins minted in the City of Lüneburg during this time period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver and weighs 3.07 grams adds to its rarity and value among collectors.