© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
4 Ducats - Christina
1646 year| Gold (.986) | 13.96 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1646 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (18.67) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 13.96 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX · AVRO · SOLIDO · REGIA · CIVITAS · RIGENSIS · FIERI · F ·
H - W
1646
Translation:
Ex Aurea Solido Regia Civitatis Rigensis Fieri Fecit
Coin made of solid gold from the city Riga
Engraver: Henrik Wulff
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 4 Ducats - Christina 1646 from City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) coin is interesting because it was minted during a unique historical period. The coin was minted in 1646, during the reign of Christina, Queen of Sweden, who ruled from 1632 to 1654. At that time, the Swedish Empire was expanding its territories, and the City of Riga was under Swedish rule. The coin's minting was likely a way to promote trade and commerce in the region, as well as to showcase the wealth and power of the Swedish Empire. It's also worth noting that the coin is made of gold (.986) and weighs 13.96 grams, which makes it a valuable and rare collector's item. Its historical significance and rarity make it an interesting piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
