Archbishopric of Riga 1 Mark - Thomas Schöning, 1537
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Information
Country
Archbishopric of Riga
Archbishopric of Riga
Currency
Schilling
(1422 – 1563)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Mark - Thomas Schöning
Year
1537
Ruler
Thomas Schöning
(1528–1539)
Composition
Silver (.930)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.31
Diameter (mm)
32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Mark - Thomas Schöning from Archbishopric of Riga. Issued in 1537. Struck in Silver (.930). Measures 32 mm and weighs 8.31 g.
- Obverse
- Four-sectioned shield below date and surrounded by legend. (Moneta Nova Domini Thomas Sacrae Rigensis Ecclesiae Archi Episcopus New coin of Thomas Schöning, Master of the sacred church and Arch-bishop of Riga)
- Reverse
- Person above rays holding cross and child, all surrounded by legend. (Orate Protector Familia Sanctus Mariae Tuis We pray you protect our family, Holy Mary)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1537 | — | (15)37 |
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