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⅙ Öre Silfwermynt - Charles XII Type II
| Copper | 3.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1708-1718 |
| Value | ⅙ Öre Silfwermynt (1⁄384) |
| Currency | Second riksdaler (1665-1715) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 0.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#29950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with rampant lion divides value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/6 ÖR
S· M·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Öre Silfwermynt - Charles XII (Type II) 1708-1718 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Charles XII in 1709, which aimed to stabilize the Swedish economy and simplify trade. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for over a century, a testament to its durability and the trust that people had in it.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1716 | 1268352 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1718 | 2027520 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Öre Silfwermynt - Charles XII (Type II) 1708-1718 coin.
