© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
Medal - Christian V Peace of Ratzeburg
1693 year| Silver | 61.12 g | 48 mm |
| Location | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1693 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 61.12 g |
| Diameter | 48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#147659 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aereal view of the island on which is build the city of Ratzenburg and the surrounding lakes and shores. The pagan Ratzeburg goddess "Siva" stands upon the island in the center of the Lakes, in place of the city of Ratzeburg. The goddess is stripping off her armor, throwing it into the lake to her right along with her weapons, while in her left hand she holds bunches of grapes, symbol of the city surrendering to Danish army.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
QVAE SVSPECTA DIIS, MERITO SIVA DEIICIT ARMA.
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PAX RAZEBVRG.
.1693.
Engraver: Anton Meybusch
