Katalog
| Emittent | Reval, City of |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 1568-1592 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | 1 Schilling (1⁄48) |
| Währung | Mark (1561-1710) |
| Material | Billon |
| Gewicht | 0.81 g |
| Durchmesser | 18 mm |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | |
| Ausrichtung | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) | Ahlström#45, Haljak II#1226, Fed#219 |
| Aversbeschreibung | Crowned monogram of Johan III surrounded by legend. |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | Latin |
| Averslegende |
IOHAN · III · D · G · R IR (Translation: Johann III Dei Gratia Rex Johann III, with God`s grace, King (of Sweden)) |
| Reversbeschreibung | Three stacked lions surrounded by legend. |
| Reversschrift | Latin |
| Reverslegende |
MO · NOVA · REVA · (Translation: Moneta Nova Revaliensis New coin of Reval) |
| Rand | Smooth. |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
ND (1568-1592) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 1539339970 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: This 1 Schilling from Reval (Tallinn) was issued under Johan III of Sweden (1568-1592). Reval, a vital Hanseatic city, came under Swedish protection in 1561, its integration into the Swedish realm solidified by the Livonian War's end. This "Type 1, without circle" coinage signifies the assertion of Swedish monetary authority, reflecting Johan III's efforts to standardize currency and exert royal control over local mints within his dominion.
Artistry: The artistic execution aligns with late Renaissance numismatic trends, characteristic of utilitarian billon issues. Specific engravers are typically unrecorded. The obverse likely features Johan III's crowned monogram (e.g., 'I' or 'IR'), symbolizing royal authority. The reverse commonly displays Reval's coat of arms – three lions passant guardant – or a cross design with denomination and date. The "without circle" detail denotes the absence of a linear or dotted border around central motifs.
Technical/Grading: As a small (18mm, 0.81g) billon coin, this issue frequently presents technical limitations. High-points prone to wear include crown details, the royal monogram's highest elements, and the lions' relief. Strikes are often weak, especially peripherally or on opposing high-relief areas, resulting in partial legends or obscured designs. Planchet quality varies, showing irregularities or an uneven flan. Corrosion and pitting are common due to the billon alloy, impacting preservation.