Karl XI of Sweden - 1 Solidus Riga, Livonia - Off-center

Country: City of Riga, Swedish Livonia 
King Karl XI (1655-1660-1697) 
Type: Standard circulation coin
Years:  c. 1660-1665
Value: 1 Schilling (Solidus / Silins) = 1/48 Thaler (1/48)
Currency: Swedish Occupation - Thaler (1621-1710)
Composition: Billon
Weight: 0.7 g.
Diameter: 15 mm
Grade: F15 (Off-center reverse)
Shape: Round
Mintage: -
References: KM# 55

Obverse:
Crowned monogram surrounded by legend.

Lettering:
CAROLVS · DEO · G · REX · S ·
CR

Translation:
Carolus Dei Gratia Rex Sveciae.
Carl, with God's grace, King of Sweden.

Reverse
Crossed keys in ornamented shield surrounded by legend.

Lettering: SOLIDVS · CIVI · RIG · 

Translation:
Solidus Civitatis Rigensis.
Schilling of the city of Riga.

Edge:
Smooth.

Comments:
The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.

Counterfeit pieces made at the Suceava mint in Romania exist. These coins were made some time in the 17th century, and for many forgeries, the coins have fictitious dates, including: "12", "14", "16", "55", "58", "66", "68", and "166". Forgeries of coins with actual dates also exist, including: "60". While the crudeness of the counterfeits may vary, they have a much more coppery appearance than the real ones. Even so, the forgeries are still very collectable, and sometimes worth more than the real pieces.

Référence : Ahlström# 99, Haljak II# 1570, Fed# 946, Neum# 51, KM# 55

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Collection : Kingdom of Sweden