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2 Schillings - Ernest III
| Silver | 2.49 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Ernest (Ernst) (1601-1622) |
| Emperor | Rudolph II (Rudolf II) (1576-1612) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1611-1613 |
| Value | 2 Schilling (2⁄37) |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.49 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#137301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial eagle, 18-1/2 in orb on breast, date at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: R(V)(U)DOL. II. D. G. R(O). I. S. A.
Comment
Lange 881Interesting fact
The 2 Schillings coin from County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg (German States) made of Silver weighing 2.49 g is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Ernest III, who was the Count of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg from 1611 to 1613. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin issued by a German state during the early 17th century, and its design features the coat of arms of the County of Holstein-Schaumburg-Pinneberg on one side and the image of Ernest III on the other.
