Extremely rare thaler of Riga, minted during Swedish rule.
Variety with inscription VA on the obverse and with smaller figure of the king.
On Onebid, only one listing from 2009, while on Coinarchives over many years only 9 listings in the presented variety.
Extremely attractive specimen with a deep mint gloss.
Mount removed.
Position of unprecedented presence.
In our opinion, it is one of the most beautiful pieces offered on the auction market in the world.
The opportunity to acquire such a rare Riga thaler, in such a unique condition may not arrise for many years to come.
Weight
Obverse: crowned torso of the king in armor facing right, with a sword and a royal apple
* GVSTAVVS ADOLPHVS D: G: REX SVECOR: GOTT: VA:
Reverse: the coat of arms of the city of Riga held by two lions, above between the towers a cross over crossed keys, below the door the head of a lion, on the sides the initials of M-W Martin Wulff, mintmaster of the Riga mint in 1621-1633
* COIN · NOVA · ARGENTÆA · CIVITATIS RIGENSIS:
Weight 28.64 g
