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⅔ Riksdaler - Gustav III
Silver (.878) | 19.5015 g | 35 mm |
Issuer | Sweden |
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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 |
Numista | N#22417 |
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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 |
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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.