1 Ducat - Carl XI (4th portrait; shield with flat top) 1673 front 1 Ducat - Carl XI (4th portrait; shield with flat top) 1673 back
1 Ducat - Carl XI (4th portrait; shield with flat top) 1673 photo
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1 Ducat - Carl XI 4th portrait; shield with flat top

1673 year
Gold (.986) 3.48 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
City of Reval (Swedish Estonia)
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1673
Value
1 Ducat (1 Dukat) (12)
Currency
Mark (1561-1710)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
3.48 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#199166
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Thee stacked lions in crowned shield separating date and surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MON · AVR · CIV · REVALIENSIS · 1673

Translation:
Moneta Aurea Civitatis Revaliensis
Gold coin of the city of Reval

Edge

Plain

Comment

This type is unique and unpublished, with the following provenance:
- Private collection in the United Kingdom (up to 2020).
- Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XIX, 26 March 2020, Lot 1020 (sold for 24,000 GBP).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Carl XI (4th portrait; shield with flat top) 1673 from City of Reval (Swedish Estonia) gold coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Europe. The coin was minted in 1673, which was during the midst of the Swedish Empire's expansion and military conflicts, including the Scanian War and the Great Northern War. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, showcasing the rich history and culture of the region.