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½ Daler Silvermynt - Ulrika Eleonora Type II
| Copper | 372 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Queen | Ulrica Eleanor (1718-1720) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1719-1720 |
| Value | ½ Daler SM = ⅙ Riksdaler = 16 Ore SM |
| Currency | Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 372 g |
| Size | 115 × 95 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#184777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Daler Silvermynt - Ulrika Eleonora (Type II) 1719-1720 from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Sweden. The coin was issued during the reign of Ulrika Eleonora, who was the first queen to rule Sweden in her own right. She ascended to the throne in 1718 and ruled until her death in 1741. During her reign, Sweden was facing significant economic challenges, including a severe shortage of coinage. To address this issue, the government introduced a new coinage system in 1719, which included the ½ Daler Silvermynt. The coin was made of copper and had a value of 30 Swedish ore, which was a significant denomination at the time. Despite the challenges faced during its minting, the ½ Daler Silvermynt - Ulrika Eleonora (Type II) 1719-1720 remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
