City of Riga 3 Ducats - Christina, 1644
2nd portrait; type 1
Information
Country
City of Riga
City of Riga
Currency
Swedish occupation - Thaler
(1621 – 1710)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
3 Ducats
Year
1644
Ruler
Christina
(1632–1654)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
10.47
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
3 Ducats from City of Riga. Issued in 1644. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 31 mm and weighs 10.47 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust facing right surrounded by legend. (Christina Dei Gratia Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque Designata Regina Et Princeps HereditariusChristina, with God's grace, designated Queen and hereditary princess of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends)
- Reverse
- Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date and surrounded by legend. (Ex Aurea Solido Regia Civitatis Rigensis Fieri Fecit Coin made of solid gold from the city Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1644 HW | — |
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