3 Polker - Christina
| Silver | 1.12 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1649 |
| Value | 3 Polker = 1⁄24 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#77628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Cross on orb containing value and separating date, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
4 - 7
24
3
Translation:
Moneta Nova Civitatis Rigensis
New coin of the city of Riga
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
1644:
1) CHRISTINA : D · G : REG : SVE / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
1647:
1) CHRISTINA · D : G : REG : SV : / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
1648:
1) CHRISTINA : D : G : REG : SVE : / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
2) CHRISTINA : D : G : REG : SV / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
3) CHRISTINA : D : G : REG · SV / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIG :
4) CHRISTINA : D . G . REG · S : / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIG
5) CHRISTINA : D . G . REG : S : / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE :
1649:
1) CHRISTINA · D : G : REG : SV : / MON : NOVA - CIVI : RIGE
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Christina, the Queen of Sweden, who was known for her unique approach to ruling. She was a patron of the arts and sciences, and her court was a center of culture and learning. Despite her many achievements, she abdicated the throne in 1654 and converted to Catholicism, causing a stir in Protestant Sweden. This coin, minted during her reign, is a testament to her impact on the history of Sweden and the region of Livonia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1648 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Polker - Christina 1644-1649 coin.
