City of Riga 5 Ducats - Christina, 1645
Information
Country
City of Riga
City of Riga
Currency
Swedish occupation - Thaler
(1621 – 1710)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
5 Ducats
Year
1645
Ruler
Christina
(1632–1654)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
17.45
Diameter (mm)
39
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Ducats from City of Riga. Issued in 1645. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 39 mm and weighs 17.45 g.
- Obverse
- Crowed bust partially turned left and surrounded by legend. (Christina Dei Gratia Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque Designata ReginaChristina, with God's grace, designated Queen of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends)
- Reverse
- Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date, under sun, 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1645 HW | — |
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