© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
1 Dalderi - Carl XI 2nd portrait
1668 year| Silver | 28.51 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1668 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Dalderi) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.51 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Castle beneath crossed keys and crown separating date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · ARGENTEA · CIVITATIS · RIGENSIS
16 - 68
I - M
Translation:
Moneta Nova Argentea Civitatis Rigensis
New silver coin of the city of Riga
Engraver: Jochim Meinecke
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Dalderi coin from the City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) minted in 1668 during the reign of Carl XI (2nd portrait) is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for currency during that time period. The coin weighs 28.51 grams, which is relatively heavy for a coin of its size. This suggests that it was made with a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, as the minting process would have required careful control to achieve such a precise weight. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in the City of Riga, which was part of the Swedish Livonia at the time, speaks to the rich history and cultural exchange that existed between different regions and empires during the 17th century.
