© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
Szeląg / Solidus - Karol X Gustaw Swedish Occupation
1657 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | City of Elbing (Polish States) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles X Gustav (1654-1657) |
| Period | Second Northern War (1655-1660) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1657 |
| Value | Szeląg = ⅓ Grosza |
| Currency | Thaler (1626-1657) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#96629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLIDVS PRVSSIAE
Comment
Kopicki 9654 ELBING
Pictures: WCN
Kopicki 9655 PRVSSIAE
Ex.1
Pictures: ANMN
Ex.2
Pictures: WCN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Swedish occupation of Poland in the 17th century, specifically in the city of Elbing, which is now part of modern-day Poland. Despite being under Swedish rule, the coin still features the Polish king, Karol X Gustaw, on one side and the Polish eagle on the other. This highlights the complex history of Poland during this time period, where foreign powers had a significant influence over the country's politics and economy.
