⅛ Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf (Coronation of Gustav II Adolf) 1617 front ⅛ Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf (Coronation of Gustav II Adolf) 1617 back
⅛ Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf (Coronation of Gustav II Adolf) 1617 photo
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⅛ Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf Coronation of Gustav II Adolf

1617 year
Silver 3.62 g 29.57 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1617
Value
⅛ Riksdaler
Currency
First riksdaler (1598-1665)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.62 g
Diameter
29.57 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#168590
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering: FLOREBO . PRO SPICIENTE . DEO .

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅛ Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf (Coronation of Gustav II Adolf) 1617 coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design that showcases the coronation of King Gustav II Adolf, which took place on December 6, 1617. The coin's obverse side features an image of the king wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while the reverse side depicts the coat of arms of Sweden. This coin was minted to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the king's coronation and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.