⅔ Riksdaler - Gustav III 1778-1780 front ⅔ Riksdaler - Gustav III 1778-1780 back
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⅔ Riksdaler - Gustav III

 
Silver (.878) 19.5015 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav III (1771-1792)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1778-1780
Value
⅔ Riksdaler
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#22417
Rarity index
90%

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. Above the crown is the King's motto.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FÄDERNESLANDET·
⅔· RD:
O· L·
17 79

Translation: (For) The Fatherland

Edge

Lettering: MANIBUS NE LAEDAR AVARIS

Translation: May not be damaged by greedy hands

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅔ Riksdaler coin from Sweden is that it was issued during the reign of King Gustav III, 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
1778 OL 43461 - - - - - -
1779 OL 151731 - - - - - -
1780 OL 10725 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅔ Riksdaler - Gustav III 1778-1780 coin.