32 Schilling 1748-1761 front 32 Schilling 1748-1761 back
32 Schilling 1748-1761 photo
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32 Schilling

 
Silver (.750) 18.32 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1748-1761
Value
32 Schilling = ⅔ Thaler = 2 Mark
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
18.32 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#58215
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed imperial eagle, with scepter and sword and on its breast an imperial orb.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FRANCISCVS D.G.ROM.IMP.SEMP.AVGVST.1758

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 32 Schilling coin from the Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Europe. The coin was issued during the reign of King Frederick II of Prussia, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. This period saw the rise of trade and commerce, and the need for a standardized system of currency to facilitate economic transactions. The 32 Schilling coin, made of silver and weighing 18.32 grams, was an important part of this system, and its design and value were carefully regulated by the authorities to ensure consistency and trust in the currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1748 IHL 55000 - - - - - -
1751 IHL 6000 - - - - - -
1752 IHL 54000 - - - - - -
1754 IHL 36000 - - - - - -
1755 IHL 34000 - - - - - -
1757 IHL 29000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 32 Schilling 1748-1761 coin.