Livonian Order 10 Dukat - Heinrich von Galen, 1557
Riga
Information
Country
Livonian Order
Livonian Order
Currency
Schilling
(1422 – 1561)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
10 Ducats
Year
1557
Ruler
Henry of Galen
(1551–1557)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Weight (g)
34.9
Diameter (mm)
42
Demonetized
Yes
Description
10 Ducats from Livonian Order. Issued in 1557. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 42 mm and weighs 34.9 g.
- Obverse
- Half a person holding sword above four-sectioned shield, all surrounded by legend. (Heinrich De Galen Dei Gratia Magistri Livoniae Heinrich von Galen, with God's grace, Master of Livonia)
- Reverse
- Castle under crossed keys and surrounded by legend. (Moneta Nova RigensisNew coin of Riga)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1557 | — |
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