In October 1655, after a two-month siege, Swedish troops headed by King Carl Gustav entered Krakow. Its occupation began. The Swedes, taking advantage of the city's having an active mint, began producing coins. But unlike cities such as Elblag, they minted it under the stamp of the Polish king, of which this sixpence is an example.
A lovely piece. With a natural luster peeking out from under the patina that adds to its charm, only slightly deficient.
This is the prettiest sixpence with a narrow bust we have offered so far.
The type with initials I-T (Jan Thamm) under the bust and mintmarks (trillium and rosette) on the sides of the shield with the Vasa coat of arms.
