© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Dalderi - Christina 3rd portrait
| Silver | 28.51 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1645 |
| Value | 1 Thaler (Dalderi) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.51 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · ARGENTEA · CIVITATIS · RIGENSIS ·
H - W
1644
Translation:
Moneta Nova Argentea Civitatis Rigensis
New silver coin of the city of Riga
Engraver: Henrik Wulff
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Dalderi coin from the City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) featuring Christina's 3rd portrait, minted between 1644-1645, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal during that time period. The coin's weight of 28.51 grams further highlights the significance of silver in the production of currency during this era.
