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4 Schilling Courant
1797 year| Silver (.562) | 3.05 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
| Emperor | Francis II (Franz II) (1792-1806) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1797 |
| Value | 4 Schilling Courant (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Thaler (1675-1872) |
| Composition | Silver (.562) |
| Weight | 3.05 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#40973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Crowned imperial double-headed eagle with orb on breast
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Schilling Courant 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 in 1797, just a few years before the Napoleonic Wars, which had a significant impact on trade and commerce in the region. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used denomination in Hamburg and surrounding areas, reflecting the city's continued importance as a center of trade and commerce.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1797 OHK | 236000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Schilling Courant 1797 coin.