1607-34 Germany 4 Schilling Lubeck “Reuterpfennig” – John Frederick NGC XF 45

CVC & Collectables presents a scarce north-German silver 4 Schilling Lübisch issue of Johann Friedrich of Holstein-Gottorp, Prince-Archbishop of Bremen. Collectors nickname this type “Reuterpfennig” (rider penny) for the bold horseman design—an instantly recognizable motif from the Hanseatic trade region. Coin Highlights: Issuer: Archbishopric of Bremen (German States) Ruler: Johann Friedrich von Holstein-Gottorp (1596–1634) Date: (1607–1634) (type dated to his rule; many are undated) Denomination: 4 Schilling Lübisch (“Reuterpfennig”) Metal: Silver Grade: NGC XF 45 Weight: 1.83 g Diameter: 19 mm Catalogs: KM# 5; Jungk# 317; Lange# 503; Behr# 791a Obverse: Horseman right; crossed keys (Bremen) and Holstein nettle-leaf arms; value 4 SL below. Reverse: Five-line inscription with Johann Friedrich’s titles. Collectibility: Why collectors want it: popular “rider” motif clear regional symbols a denomination tied to Hanseatic trade accounting. Grade advantage: NGC XF 45 is a meaningful jump over typical VF pieces, especially when the devices (horseman, keys/arms, and the reverse lines) remain readable. Find more alike here!