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4 Schilling Gold pattern strike
1795 year| Gold | 6.95 g | - |
| Issuer | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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.