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3 Polker - Carl XII Lion at centre
| Silver | 1.14 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1700-1701 |
| Value | 3 Polker = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 0.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#77627 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Cross on orb containing value and separating date, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON : NOV - CIV : RIG :
17 - 01
24
3
Translation:
Moneta Nova Civitatis Rigensis
New coin of the city of Riga
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Lion at the center of the coin symbolizes the power and strength of the Swedish kingdom during the reign of Carl XII.
