© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
5 Ducats - Christina
1645 year| Gold (.986) | 17.45 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1645 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (23.33) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 17.45 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date, under sun, and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EX · AVRO · SOLIDO · REGIA · CIUITAS · RIGENSIS · FIERI · FE
H - W
1645
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 5 Ducats - Christina 1645 from City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) coin is interesting because it was minted during a unique historical period. The coin was minted in 1645, during the reign of Christina, Queen of Sweden, who ruled from 1632 to 1654. At that time, the City of Riga was part of Swedish Livonia, a region that was under Swedish rule from 1621 to 1721. The coin's minting was likely a way for the Swedish government to promote trade and commerce in the region, as well as to solidify their control over the area. It's also worth noting that the coin is made of gold (.986) and weighs 17.45 grams, which makes it a valuable and rare collector's item. Its historical significance and rarity make it an interesting fact for coin collectors and history enthusiasts.
