3 Grossus - Ernst Johann von Biron Off metal pattern; Mitau
1764 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Ernest John of Biron (1763-1769) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1764 |
| Value | 3 Grossus = 1⁄12 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#361301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and above value, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON · ARGENT · DVC · CVRLAND · 1764
3
I · C · S ·
Unabridged legend: Moneta Argentea Ducum Curlandiae
Translation: Silver coin of the Duchy of Courland
Edge
Plain
Comment
Auctioned in Copenhagen in 1937.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 3 Grossus - Ernst Johann von Biron (Off metal pattern; Mitau) 1764 from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) made of Gold is that it is a rare and unique coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a numismatic rarity, and its value lies not only in its gold content but also in its historical significance and scarcity.
