City of Riga 2 Ducats - Christina, 1643
1st portrait
Information
Country
City of Riga
City of Riga
Currency
Swedish occupation - Thaler
(1621 – 1710)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Ducats
Year
1643
Ruler
Christina
(1632–1654)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
6.98
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Ducats from City of Riga. Issued in 1643. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 27 mm and weighs 6.98 g.
- Obverse
- Crowed bust partially turned left and surrounded by legend. (Christina Dei Gratia Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque Designata Regina Princeps HereditariusChristina, with God's grace, designated Queen and hereditary princess of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends)
- Reverse
- Castle beneath crossed keys surrounded by legend. (Moneta Aurea Civitatis RigensisGold coin of the city of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1643 HW | — |
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