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¼ Riksdaler - Frederick I 2nd portrait
| Silver (.878) | 7.31 g | 28.81 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1723-1726 |
| Value | ¼ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 7.31 g |
| Diameter | 28.81 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned greater arms of Sweden in ornate shield divides date at sides. Above the crown is the King's motto.
Lettering:
Gud Mitt Hopp .
17 26
Translation: God is my hope.
Edge
Diagonal reeding
Comment
Some small differences in portraits.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Riksdaler coin from Sweden is that it was minted during the reign of King Frederick I, who was also known as Frederick of Hesse. He was a prominent figure in European politics and military affairs during the early 18th century, and his rule saw significant changes in the Swedish monetary system, including the introduction of new coinage like this ¼ Riksdaler.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1723 | 6290 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1724 | 3181 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1726 | 3508 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Riksdaler - Frederick I (2nd portrait) 1723-1726 coin.
