⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type I) 1707-1708 front ⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type I) 1707-1708 back
⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type I) 1707-1708 photo
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⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII Type I

 
Copper 5.3 g 23.85 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1707-1708
Value
⅙ Ore SM (1⁄384)
Currency
Second riksdaler (1665-1715)
Composition
Copper
Weight
5.3 g
Diameter
23.85 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#64722
Rarity index
62%

Reverse

Rampant lion divides initials and value, crown above

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/6 ÖR
S M

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type I) 1707-1708 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 1707, which aimed to stabilize the Swedish economy and simplify trade. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's shift towards a more centralized and powerful monarchy. Despite its small denomination, the ⅙ Öre Silvermynt was an important part of this historical period and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1707  1023936 - - - - - -
1708  568320 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Öre Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type I) 1707-1708 coin.