Livonian Order 1 Schilling - Heinrich von Galen, 1557
Riga; smooth top
Information
Country
Livonian Order
Livonian Order
Currency
Schilling
(1422 – 1561)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Schilling - Heinrich von Galen
Year
1557
Ruler
Henry of Galen
(1551–1557)
Composition
Billon (.1875 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.11
Diameter (mm)
18
Thickness (mm)
0.7
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Schilling - Heinrich von Galen from Livonian Order. Issued in 1557. Struck in Billon (.1875 silver). Measures 18 mm and weighs 1.11 g.
- Obverse
- Shield with curved top over cross that divides the surrounding legend into four sections. (Heinrich Von Galen MagistriHeinrich von Galen, Master)
- Reverse
- Crossed keys separating the date and surrounded by legend. (Moneta Nova RigensisNew coin of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1557 | — | (15)57 |
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