City of Riga 10 Dukat - Carl XI, 1660
Information
Country
City of Riga
Currency
Swedish occupation - Thaler
(1621 – 1710)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
10 Ducats
Year
1660
Ruler
Charles XI (Karl XI)
(1660–1697)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Weight (g)
34.9
Diameter (mm)
43
Demonetized
Yes
Description
10 Ducats from City of Riga. Issued in 1660. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 43 mm and weighs 34.9 g.
- Obverse
- Bust facing right 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. (Civitatis Suaecicus Rigensis Fidem CoronavitHe crowned the faith of the Swedish city of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1660 IM | — |
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