1/2 Thaler

1645–1648Circulation

KM# A40

  • Diameter33 mm
  • Weight14.2 g
  • AlignmentMedal

MetalSilver

Obverse

Crowned bust facing left surrounded by legend

Legend
English
CHRISTINA · D : G : SUE : GOT : VAND : Q : DE : REGI : & : PRINCIP : H ·
Christina Dei Gratia Sveciae Gothorum Vandalorumque Designata Regina Princeps Hereditarius Christina, with God's grace, designated Queen and hereditary princess of Sweden, the Goths, and the Wends

Designer Henrik Wulff

Reverse

Two lions holding castle in shield under crossed keys, all above date and surrounded by legend

Legend
English
MONETA · NOVA · ARGENTEA · CIVITATIS · RIGENSIS : H - W 1645
Moneta Nova Argentea Civitatis Rigensis New silver coin of the city of Riga

Edge

Type Plain

Issues

  • 1645

    Confirmation needed

  • 1648

    Confirmation needed