4 Schilling 1749-1765 front 4 Schilling 1749-1765 back
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4 Schilling

 
Silver (.562) 3.05 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States)
Period
Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1749-1765
Value
4 Schilling (1⁄12)
Currency
Thaler (1675-1872)
Composition
Silver (.562)
Weight
3.05 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#73031
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed eagle with imperiaöl or on brest holding scepter and sword with its claws, below mintmasters initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FRANCISCVS D.G.RCM.IMF.SFMP.AVG.
I.H.L

Comment

There are variants of this coin from 1762 with the year on the Reverse on both sides of the eagle:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 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 the Great of Prussia, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. This coin was used as a means of exchange and commerce during this period, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency. Additionally, the coin's design features the coat of arms of Hamburg, which includes a shield with three towers and a crown, symbolizing the city's wealth and power.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1765  - - - - - -

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