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© Kungliga Mynt Kabinettet
½ Riksdaler - Karl IX
1606 year| Silver | - | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1604-1611) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1606 |
| Value | ½ Riksdaler |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#157047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Arms below crown.
Script: Latin
Comment
Diameter varies from 35 to 36 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Riksdaler - Karl IX 1606 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during the reign of King Charles IX, who was instrumental in introducing a new coinage system in Sweden. This system, known as the "riksdaler" system, was based on a silver standard and was used until the 19th century. The ½ Riksdaler coin was a significant denomination in this system and was widely used in trade and commerce during that time.
