© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
¼ Dukat - Charles XI
1692 year| Gold (.976) | 0.87 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1692 |
| Value | ¼ Ducat (½) |
| Currency | Second riksdaler (1665-1715) |
| Composition | Gold (.976) |
| Weight | 0.87 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#181554 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned double C monogram dividing date, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
16 92
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Dukat - Charles XI 1692 from Sweden is that it was minted during a time when Sweden was transitioning from a silver-based currency to a gold-based currency. This coin, made of gold (.976), weighing 0.87g, was a significant change from the previous silver coins and marked a turning point in Sweden's monetary system.
