Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Karol X Gustaw (Swedish Occupation) 1658-1659 front Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Karol X Gustaw (Swedish Occupation) 1658-1659 back
Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Karol X Gustaw (Swedish Occupation) 1658-1659 photo
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Szóstak / 6 Groszy - Karol X Gustaw Swedish Occupation

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
City of Elbing (Polish States)
King
Charles X Gustav (1654-1657)
Period
Second Northern War (1655-1660)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1658-1659
Value
Szóstak = 6 Groszy
Currency
Thaler (1626-1657)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#96621
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Kopicki 9659 1658


Kopicki 9660 1659
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 (now Elbląg), which was under Swedish control from 1626 to 1659. The coin features an image of King Charles X Gustav of Sweden on one side and the Polish coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare example of a coin minted during a foreign occupation, and its existence serves as a reminder of the complex history of Poland and its interactions with neighboring countries.