© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
6 Grossus - Carl of Saxony Mitau
1762 year| Silver | 3.07 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Carl of Saxony (1758-1763) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1762 |
| Value | 6 Grossus = ⅙ Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1586-1795) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.07 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87860 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Shield with eagle beside shield with horseman under crown and above value, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON : ARG : DVC · CVRLAND · 1762
C - H - S
VI
Translation:
Moneta Argentea Ducum Curlandiae
Silver coin of the Duchy of Courland
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Grossus coin from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia (Livonia) is that it features an image of Carl of Saxony (Mitau) on one side, while the other side bears the coat of arms of the Duchy. This coin was minted in 1762 and made of silver, weighing 3.07 grams. It's a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in the history of the region and its coinage.
