Six Groschen struck at the Elbląg mint in 1659, during the Swedish occupation of the city under King Charles X Gustav.
Rare year, recorded far less frequently than the 1658 issue.
This coin is a historical testimony to the turbulent period when Elbląg was under Swedish rule in the mid-17th century.
Variety with a rosette at the beginning of the reverse legend and with a rosette in the king's crown and without punctuation between SEX and DVP in the reverse legend.
A true Top Pop. The only coin with the highest grade in PCGS population report.Obverse: bust of the king facing right, wearing a crown and armor
CAROLVS GVSTAVUS D G REX
Reverse: Eagle in a heraldic shield, date 1659 above
GROS AR SEX DVP CIVIT ELBING
