Free city of Riga 1 Goldgulden, 1561 – 1581
Countermark
Information
Country
Free city of Riga
Free city of Riga
Currency
Goldgulden
(1561 – 1581)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Goldgulden
Year
1561 – 1581
Ruler
Free city
(1563–1579)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Shape
Round
Technique
Countermarked
Weight (g)
3.51
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Goldgulden from Free city of Riga. Issued from 1561 to 1581. Struck in Gold (.986). Measures 22 mm and weighs 3.51 g.
- Obverse
- Person holding child to the right over shield with countermark of crossed keys in field, all surrounded by legend. (Vladislaus Dei Gratia Rex Hungarie Vladislaus, with God's grace, King of Hungary)
- Reverse
- Person holding axe surrounded by legend. (Sancte Ladislaus Rex Saint Ladislaus, King)
- Edge
- Smooth.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1561-1581) | — | Host coin dated 1515 |
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