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| Emisor | Free Hanseatic city of Hamburg (German States) |
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| Año | 1506 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | 1/4 Mark (1/4) |
| Moneda | Mark (1325-1552) |
| Composición | Silver |
| Peso | 4.58 g |
| Diámetro | |
| Grosor | |
| Forma | Round |
| Técnica | |
| Orientación | |
| Grabador(es) | |
| En circulación hasta | |
| Referencia(s) | MB#13 Wend#582 , Gaed#719-727 |
| Descripción del anverso | Madonna and child surrounded by rays, shield of city arms below with small shield of nettleleaf in portal, all in pointed oval. |
|---|---|
| Escritura del anverso | Latin (uncial) |
| Leyenda del anverso | MONETA NOV` - HAMBVRGEN`. |
| Descripción del reverso | 3 shields of Lübeck, Lüneburg and Wismar joined at top corners in trefoil shape, forming triangle in center containing small shield of nettleleaf, legend between shield bottoms, date at end of legend. |
| Escritura del reverso | Latin (uncial) |
| Leyenda del reverso |
QVADR` - MARCE - LVB`CE. (Translation: Quarter mark from Lübeck) |
| Canto | |
| Casa de moneda | |
| Tirada |
1506 - - |
| ID de Numisquare | 1568790500 |
| Información adicional |
Historical Context: The 1506 1/4 Mark was issued by the Free Hanseatic City of Hamburg, a self-governing entity within the Holy Roman Empire. This late medieval era saw Hamburg thrive as a pivotal trading hub of the Hanseatic League, despite its gradual decline. The coin's issuance reflects Hamburg's robust economic autonomy and its necessity for fractional currency. It facilitated daily commerce and trade across Northern Europe, showcasing the city's significant financial standing.
Artistry: The engraver for this coin remains anonymous, typical for mints of this era. The design adheres to the late Gothic stylistic school prevalent in Northern German mints, with subtle nascent Renaissance influences. Hamburg coinage of this period characteristically features the city's iconic three-towered castle gate on the obverse, symbolizing its sovereignty. The reverse typically displays a prominent cross or a simpler heraldic device, encircled by a Latin legend identifying the city and denomination.
Technical/Grading: Struck in silver at 4.58 grams, this 1/4 Mark typically exhibits characteristics of early hammered coinage. High-points susceptible to wear include the castle towers' tops, the central archway, and the cross's center and arm extremities. Technical strike quality varies significantly, often showing minor planchet irregularities, slight off-centering, and areas of weak strike, particularly in legends or peripheral details, due to manual production. Well-struck examples with full legends and clear central motifs are highly prized.