© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
⅓ Riksdaler - Gustav III Funeral of Lovisa Ulrika
1782 year| Silver (.878) | 9.75 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav III (1771-1792) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1782 |
| Value | ⅓ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 9.75 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#185761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Seven lined inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REGUM FILIA
SOROR·CONIUX·
MATER AUGUSTA·
NATA XXIV IULII
MDCCXX·
OBIIT XVI IULLI
MDCCLXXXII·
Translation: The King's daughter, sister, spouse. Mother Augusta. Born 24th July 1720. Died 16th July 1782.
Comment
Here are pictures of the coin struck in gold:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the funeral of Lovisa Ulrika, the wife of King Gustav III of Sweden, who died in 1782. The coin's design features an image of the king and his wife on one side, and an image of a coffin and funeral procession on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable example of a commemorative coin from the 18th century, and its silver content and unique design make it a sought-after collector's item.
