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⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav III
| Silver (.691) | 6.1946 g | 25.7 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav III (1771-1792) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1778-1790 |
| Value | ⅙ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.691) |
| Weight | 6.1946 g |
| Diameter | 25.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
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·
1/3· RD:
O· L·
17 78
Translation: (For) The Fatherland
Edge
Diagonal milling
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav III 1778-1790 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. King Gustav III, who ruled from 1771 to 1792, implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing Sweden's economy and military. These reforms, combined with the country's involvement in various wars, led to a significant increase in the demand for coinage. As a result, the ⅙ Riksdaler coin was minted in large quantities during this period, making it a common find for collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 OL | 977772 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 OL | 1026846 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 OL | 179622 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1783 OL | 413706 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 OL | 387576 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 OL | 252486 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 OL | 790500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 OL | 25662 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1788 OL | 741918 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1789 OL | 208872 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1790 OL | 398784 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav III 1778-1790 coin.
