Duchy of Livonia (1570-1629) Coin List
The numismatic history of Livonia is a fascinating journey through the monetary evolution of this Baltic region. From the Middle Ages until its dissolution in the 18th century, Livonia experienced various changes in its monetary systems, reflecting the political and economic influences of the powers that dominated it.
Livonian monetary history
The first coins minted in Livonia date back to the 13th century, when the Livonian Order and the local bishoprics began issuing their own pieces. The Riga mark became the main monetary unit, subdividing into shillings and pfennigs. During the Polish-Lithuanian rule in the 16th century, the Polish złoty was introduced, while the later Swedish domination brought the riksdaler as a reference coin.
Relevant historical milestones.
One of the most significant events in Livonian numismatic history was the Livonian War (1558-1583), which led to great monetary instability and the minting of emergency coins. Another important milestone was the monetary reform of 1422, which established a uniform minting system throughout the region. The Russian occupation in 1710 marked the end of Livonian monetary autonomy, gradually integrating the local monetary system into that of the Russian Empire.
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The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Duchy of Livonia (1570-1629) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coins of Livonia according to historical period
For ease of organization, the coins have been arranged according to their historical period, both current and old Livonia coins are classified by their numismatic historical categories according to their issues.
Duchy of Livonia 1570-1629 Swedish Livonia 1629-1710 Swedish Livonia, city of Riga 1621-1710Coin Catalog
Livonia | 1 schilling (Sigismund III Vasa)
Livonia | 3 grossus (Sigismund III Vasa)
Livonia | 1 1/2 grossus (Sigismund III Vasa)
Livonia | 3 polker (Sigismund III Vasa)
Livonia | 1 ducat (Sigismund III Vasa)
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