© The Coinage Of Sweden 1977
© The Coinage Of Sweden 1977
½ Mark - Gustav II Adolf Type II
1618 year| Silver (.625) | 4.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1618 |
| Value | ½ Mark = 4 Öre |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 4.84 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#167792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown above three shields, lion, date and value.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Mark - Gustav II Adolf (Type II) 1618 from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Sweden. Gustav II Adolf, also known as Gustavus Adolphus, was a powerful king who ruled Sweden during the Thirty Years' War, a devastating conflict that lasted from 1618 to 1648. Despite the challenges of this time, the coin remained a stable and reliable form of currency, and its silver content made it a valuable commodity. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item and a reminder of Sweden's rich history.
