Queen Christina Sweden 1 solidus copper coin
17th Century Christina Queen of Sweden 1 Solidus (Schilling) Copper Coin – Livonia / Riga - Image 2

17th Century Christina Queen of Sweden 1 Solidus (Schilling) Copper Coin – Livonia / Riga

1.240 kr.

This copper 1 Solidus coin was minted during her reign across the Baltic in Swedish Livonia, featuring the famous Vasa family shield front and center. Holding a coin struck nearly 400 years ago really brings European history to life!

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Queen Christina Sweden 1 solidus copper coin

  • Obverse: Features the crowned wheatsheaf Vasa crest at center within a circular border. Surrounded by the outer legend text “CHRISTINA D G D R S” (Christina Dei Gratia Designata Regina Sueciae).

  • Reverse: Features a central inner circle containing a coat of arms motif, encircled by the outer mint legend text “SOLIDUS LIVONIAE” (or Riga).

  • Ruler: Queen Christina of Sweden

  • Denomination: 1 Solidus (Schilling / Šilingas)

  • Composition: Copper

  • Era: Mid-17th Century (circa 1634–1654)

  • Mint/Region: Swedish Livonia / Riga

Additional information

Weight 0,05 kg