Duchy of Courland and Semigallia 2 Denar - Gotthard Kettler, 1578 – 1579

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Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Duchy of Courland and Semigallia Duchy of Courland and Semigallia
Currency Denier (1578 – 1585)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 2 Denar - Gotthard Kettler
Year 1578 – 1579
Ruler Gotthard Kettler (1559–1661)
Composition Billon
Shape Round
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 0.41
Diameter (mm) 13
Thickness (mm) 0.5
Demonetized Yes

Description

2 Denar - Gotthard Kettler from Duchy of Courland and Semigallia. Issued from 1578 to 1579. Struck in Billon. Measures 13 mm and weighs 0.41 g.

Obverse
Crowned monogram separating date.
Reverse
Person with sword riding horse while facing left with value below.
Edge
Smooth.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
1579  — Kop#4004, R4 78%
1578  — Kop#4003, R5 33%

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