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Witten - Casimir V ND
Silver | 0.8 g | 16.6 mm |
Issuer | Duchy of Pomerania-Stettin (German States) |
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Duke | Casimir V (Kazimierz V) (1412-1435) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1428-1435 |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.8 g |
Diameter | 16.6 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#402616 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Griffon left in beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA:DVC:STETI:
Unabridged legend: Moneta Ducatum Stettin
Translation: Coinage of the Duchy of Stettin.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Witten - Casimir V ND (1428-1435) from Duchy of Pomerania-Stettin (German States) made of Silver weighing 0.8 g is that it features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a Griffin, which is a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This design was used to symbolize the power and strength of the Duchy of Pomerania-Stettin.