© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
6 Ducats - Christina
1644 year| Gold (.986) | 20.94 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1644 |
| Value | 6 Ducats (28) |
| Currency | Thaler (1621-1710) |
| Composition | Gold (.986) |
| Weight | 20.94 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
1644
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 6 Ducats - Christina 1644 from City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) coin is interesting because it was minted during a unique historical period. The coin was minted in 1644, during the reign of Queen Christina of Sweden, who was known for her extensive coinage reforms. The coin's design features the queen's portrait on one side and the Riga city coat of arms on the other, signifying the coin's origin and connection to the Swedish Livonia region. Additionally, the coin was made of gold (.986) and weighed 20.94 grams, making it a valuable and significant piece of currency during its time.
