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1 Pfennig - Johannes V Blankenfeld Sword right, key left
| Issuer | Bishopric of Dorpat |
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| Year | 1518-1527 |
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| Reference(s) | Haljak II#608, Fed#42, Neum#397 |
| Obverse description | A grid of six compartments displays alternating swords and keys in various orientations, filling the field in a repeated heraldic pattern. The initials 'I E T' appear above the grid, serving as an abbreviated reference to Johannes Episcopus Tarpatensis (or Darpatensis). The overall design is characteristic of the small hammered billon coinage of the Livonian bishoprics, rendered in a rough, irregular style typical of the period. The devices are boldly struck within the small flan, with the compartmentalized arrangement giving the obverse a distinctive reticulated appearance. |
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| Obverse lettering | I E T (Translation: Johannes Episcopus Darpatensis Johannes, Bishop of Dorpat) |
| Reverse description | A crossed sword and key in saltire occupy the center of the field, symbolizing the temporal and spiritual authority of the Bishop of Dorpat. The crossed emblems are surrounded by a circular legend reading 'MONETA · NO · TAR ·', an abbreviation for Moneta Nova Darpatensis, identifying this as a new coinage of Dorpat. The lettering is executed in uncial characters, consistent with the contemporary Livonian episcopal mint style. The overall design is compact and bold, suited to the small hammered flan. |
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