1 Schilling - Johan III Type 1, without circle

发行方 Reval, City of
年份 1568-1592
类型 Standard circulation coin
面值 1 Schilling (1⁄48)
货币 Mark (1561-1710)
材质 Billon
重量 0.81 g
直径 18 mm
厚度
形状 Round (irregular)
制作工艺
方向 Variable alignment ↺
雕刻师
流通至
参考资料 Ahlström#45, Haljak II#1226, Fed#219
正面描述 Crowned monogram of Johan III surrounded by legend.
正面文字 Latin
正面铭文 IOHAN · III · D · G · R IR
(Translation: Johann III Dei Gratia Rex Johann III, with God`s grace, King (of Sweden))
背面描述 Three stacked lions surrounded by legend.
背面文字 Latin
背面铭文 MO · NOVA · REVA ·
(Translation: Moneta Nova Revaliensis New coin of Reval)
边缘 Smooth.
铸币厂
铸造量 ND (1568-1592) - -
Numisquare 编号 1539339970
附加信息

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.

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