1 Daler Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type IV) 1715-1717 front 1 Daler Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type IV) 1715-1717 back
1 Daler Silvermynt - Charles XII (Type IV) 1715-1717 photo
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1 Daler Silvermynt - Charles XII Type IV

 
Copper 756 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1715-1717
Value
1 Daler SM = ⅓ Riksdaler
Currency
Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776)
Composition
Copper
Weight
756 g
Size
150 × 150 mm
Thickness
5 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#183749
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

The 1 Daler Silvermynt was a coin used in Sweden during the 18th century, and the Charles XII (Type IV) variety was minted from 1715 to 1717. What's interesting about this coin is that it was made of copper, which was a unusual choice for a coin of its denomination at the time. Most coins of this value were made of silver or gold, but the use of copper was likely a result of the economic difficulties faced by Sweden during the Great Northern War. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still features a impressive design, with an image of King Charles XII on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other.