1 Schilling - Heinrich von Galen Riga, bumpy top

€141,930.00
IssuerLivonian Order
Year1557
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value1 Schilling
CurrencySchilling (1422-1561)
CompositionBillon (.1875 silver)
Weight1.09 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness0.7 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Haljak II#353a, Fed#539
Obverse descriptionShield with bumpy top over cross that divides the surrounding legend into four sections.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringHIN - RIG - V · GA - LH · M -
(Translation: Heinrich Von Galen Magistri Heinrich von Galen, Master)
Reverse descriptionCrossed keys separating the date and surrounded by legend.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringMONETA · NOVA · RIGEN · 5 - 7
(Translation: Moneta Nova Rigensis New coin of Riga)
EdgeSmooth.
Mint
Mintage1557  - (15)57 -
Catalog ID6539406200
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