24 Schilling 1762 front 24 Schilling 1762 back
24 Schilling 1762 photo
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24 Schilling

1762 year
Silver (.888) 14.6 g -
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1762
Value
24 Schilling (½)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Silver (.888)
Weight
14.6 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177803
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned imperial eagle, divided date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRANCISCVS D. G. ...

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 24 Schilling 1762 coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg is that it was minted during a time when Hamburg was an independent city-state and a major trading power in Europe. The coin's design, which features the city's coat of arms and a crowned eagle, reflects Hamburg's wealth and influence during this period.