City of Riga 1 Ducat - Carl XI, 1681
3rd portrait; without inner circle
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
1681
Ruler
Charles XI (Karl XI)
(1660–1697)
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 1681. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.49 g.
- Obverse
- Large bust facing right without inner circle, all surrounded by legend. (Carolus Dei Gratia Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque RexCarl, with God's grace, King of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends)
- Reverse
- Castle beneath crossed keys and crown separating date and surrounded by legend. (Moneta Aurea Civitatis RigensisGold coin of the city of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1681 IM | — | Unique |
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