¼ Riksdaler - Kristina (Type I) 1640-1641 front ¼ Riksdaler - Kristina (Type I) 1640-1641 back
¼ Riksdaler - Kristina (Type I) 1640-1641 photo
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¼ Riksdaler - Kristina Type I

 
Silver (.878) 7.19 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
Queen
Christina (1632-1654)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1640-1641
Value
¼ Riksdaler
Currency
First riksdaler (1598-1665)
Composition
Silver (.878)
Weight
7.19 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#176768
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Nimbate risen Christ stands facing, holding orb in left hand; crowned triple arms in field left of Christ inside circle of legend.
Mintmark may be at sides of Christ's head or below, near his feet.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ·SALVATOR·MUNDI·SALVA·NOS·1640·

Comment

Weight varies.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Riksdaler - Kristina (Type I) coin from Sweden is that it was issued during the reign of Queen Christina, who was a prominent figure in Swedish history and known for her efforts to modernize the country's economy and military.