City of Riga 1 Ducat - Gustav II Adolf, 1623
Information
Country
City of Riga
City of Riga
Currency
Swedish occupation - Thaler
(1621 – 1710)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Ducat = 4⅔ Thaler
Year
1623
Ruler
Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf)
(1631–1632)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
3.49
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Ducat = 4⅔ Thaler from City of Riga. Issued in 1623. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.49 g.
- Obverse
- Half-person facing right holding sword and orb, all surrounded by legend. (Gustav Adolf Dei Gratia Rex Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque Gustav Adolf, with God's grace, King of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends)
- Reverse
- Two lions holding castle under crossed keys, all surrounded by legend. (Moneta Nova Aurea Civitatis RigensisNew gold coin of the city of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1623 MW | — |
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