½ Riksdaler - Adolf Fredrik 1752-1766 front ½ Riksdaler - Adolf Fredrik 1752-1766 back
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½ Riksdaler - Adolf Fredrik

 
Silver (.878) 14.63 g 35.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Adolphus Frederick (Adolf Friedrich) (1751-1771)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1752-1766
Value
½ Riksdaler
Currency
Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
Composition
Silver (.878)
Weight
14.63 g
Diameter
35.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#103634
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned lined orb with the Three Crowns of Sweden within the Chain of the Order of Seraphims. The Chain pendant divides mintmark. Around the orb, near rim is the King's motto with date at end.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SALUS • PUBLICA • SALUS • MEA • 1766
A. L.

Translation: The welfare of the people my welfare

Edge

Lettering: MANIBUS NE LAEDAR AVARIS

Translation: May not be damaged by greedy hands

Comment

Engraver's initial is located at the bottom of the locks of hair and can be a little hard to see unless you know where to look

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Riksdaler coin from Sweden is that it was minted during the reign of Adolf Fredrik, who was the King of Sweden from 1751 to 1771. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 14.63 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its time. Despite its age, the coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1752 HM 4615 - - - - - -
1753 HM 17678 - - - - - -
1755 HM 39072 - - - - - -
1766 AL 7066 - - - - - -

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