Duchy of Livonia 1 Grossus - Stephen Báthory, 1581
Riga
Information
Country
Duchy of Livonia
Duchy of Livonia
Currency
Thaler
(1581 – 1629)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Grossus - Stephen Báthory
Year
1581
Ruler
Stephen Báthory
(1576–1586)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Weight (g)
1.71
Diameter (mm)
22.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Grossus - Stephen Báthory from Duchy of Livonia. Issued in 1581. Struck in Billon. Measures 22.5 mm and weighs 1.71 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust facing right surrounded by legend. (Stephen Dei Gratia Rex Polonia Magnus Dux Livoniae Stephen Báthory, with God's grace, King of Poland and great Duke of Livonia)
- Reverse
- Two shields with crown above and crossed keys separating date below, all surrounded by legend. (Grossus Civitatis Rigensis Grossus of the city of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1581 | — |
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