4 Schilling Lübisch "Reuterpfennig" - John 1622 front 4 Schilling Lübisch "Reuterpfennig" - John 1622 back
4 Schilling Lübisch "Reuterpfennig" - John 1622 photo
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4 Schilling Lübisch "Reuterpfennig" - John

1622 year
Silver 2.19 g -
Description
Issuer
Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg (German States)
Duke
John (Hans) (1564-1622)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1622
Value
4 Schilling Lübisch (1⁄15)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.19 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#151529
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rider on horse leaping to left, value: 4 SL below.

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The "Reuterpfennig" coin was used as a means of payment for the postal service in the Duchy of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg, and its design features a horse and rider, symbolizing the importance of horse-riding and postal service during that time.