© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Ducats - Carl XI
| Gold (.986) | 6.98 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1664-1667 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (9.33) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78859 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Castle beneath crossed keys and crown separating date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · AUREA · CIVITAT : RIGENSIS
16 - 67
I - M
Translation:
Moneta Nova Aurea Civitatis Rigensis
New gold coin of the city of Riga
Engraver: Jochim Meinecke
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Ducats - Carl XI 1664-1667 from City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of Carl XI of Sweden, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion. The City of Riga, where the coin was minted, was part of the Swedish Livonia region, which was a Swedish province that existed from 1629 to 1721. During this time, the region was a key player in the Baltic trade and commerce, and the coin was likely used extensively in trade and commerce throughout the region. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its gold content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
