City of Riga under Swedish rule King Charles XI (Karl XI) 1660-1697 AD

Name: City of Riga under Swedish rule King Charles XI (Karl XI) 1660-1697 AD
Brand: Cerberus Coins
SKU: 5396

Mint: Riga, Latvia
King Charles XI (Karl XI)
Size: 15.59mm Weight: 0.71 grams
Obverse: Crowned monogram CR surrounded by legend. CAROLVS · D · G · REX · S ·
Translation: Carl, with God's grace, King of Sweden
Reverse: SOLIDVS LIVONIAE 62, Griffin holding two swords with its feet and surrounded by legend
Translation: Schilling of Livonia

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", and "55". Forgeries of coins with actual dates also exist, including: "62". 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.