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4 Schilling Gold pattern strike
1795 yearGold | 6.95 g | - |
Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
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Period | Free Hanseatic City (1324-1922) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1795 |
Value | 4 Schilling (1⁄12) |
Currency | Thaler (1675-1872) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 6.95 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#178116 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Date in legend above crowned double-headed imperial eagle, orb on chest.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1795 · FRANCISCVS · II · D · G · ROM · IMP · SEMP · AVGVST ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 4 Schilling (Gold pattern strike) 1795 from Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) made of Gold weighing 6.95g is that it is a rare and valuable coin. It is considered a pattern coin, meaning it was struck as a prototype or sample for a potential coin design, but it was never officially released into circulation. As a result, only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors. Additionally, the fact that it is made of gold and has a high weight of 6.95g adds to its value and rarity.