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4 Rundstück - Carl XI
| Silver | 3.37 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | City of Reval (Swedish Estonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1667-1669 |
| Value | 4 Öre (½) |
| Currency | Mark (1561-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.37 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#137968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Three stacked lions in crowned shield separating date and value, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON · ARG · CIV · REVAL · 1668
4 - R
Translation:
Moneta Argentea Civitatis Revaliensis
Silver coin of the city of Reval
Edge
Plain
Comment
Rundstück is the local word for öre, which translates to "Round piece."Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Rundstück - Carl XI 1667-1669 from City of Reval (Swedish Estonia) made of Silver weighing 3.37 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The City of Reval, now known as Tallinn, was part of the Swedish Empire at the time, and the coin was minted during the reign of King Carl XI. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin minted during this time period and is highly sought after by collectors today.
