© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
¼ Riksdaler - Frederick I Type III
1748 year| Silver (.875) | 7.33 g | 30.2 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1748 |
| Value | ¼ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 7.33 g |
| Diameter | 30.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#185159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The Three Crowns of Sweden within lined center circle of crowned order chain dividing date, legend above and value below.
Lettering:
Gud Mitt Hopp.
17 48
D·17 APR·
H· M·
Translation: God is my hope.
Engraver: Daniel Fehrman
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Riksdaler - Frederick I (Type III) 1748 coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin's design to signify the importance of the king's role as the "hub" of the nation, connecting the different regions and people of Sweden. This design element is a distinct feature of this particular coin and sets it apart from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1748 HM | 1284 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Type III) 1748 coin.
