⅔ Riksdaler / 2 Daler Silvermynt - Gustav III 1776-1777 front ⅔ Riksdaler / 2 Daler Silvermynt - Gustav III 1776-1777 back
⅔ Riksdaler / 2 Daler Silvermynt - Gustav III 1776-1777 photo
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⅔ Riksdaler / 2 Daler Silvermynt - Gustav III

 
Silver (.878) 19.5015 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav III (1771-1792)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1776-1777
Value
2 Silver Dalers (2 Daler Silvermynt) (⅔)
Currency
Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
Composition
Silver (.878)
Weight
19.5015 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22416
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Crowned lined orb with the Three Crowns of Sweden within the Chain of the Order of Seraphims. The Chain pendant divides date and mintmark below, while value is at both sides of the orb (in both Riksdaler and Daler S.M. format). Above the crown is the King's motto.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FÄDERNESLANDET·
⅔· RD
2· D·
S· M·
O· L·
17 76

Translation: (For) The Fatherland

Edge

Lettering: MANIBUS NE LAEDAR AVARIS

Translation: May not be damaged by greedy hands

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Gustav III of Sweden, who was a prominent figure in Swedish history and known for his efforts to modernize the country's economy and military.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1776 OL 151953 - - - - - -
1777 OL 88146 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅔ Riksdaler / 2 Daler Silvermynt - Gustav III 1776-1777 coin.