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1 Öre Silvermynt - Gustav III

1778 year
Copper 14.2 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav III (1771-1792)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1778
Value
1 Öre (1⁄96)
Currency
Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
Composition
Copper
Weight
14.2 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#61630
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crossed arrows divides value; crown above, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1 ÖRE· S·M·
1778

Interesting fact

The 1 Öre Silvermynt - Gustav III 1778 coin from Sweden was made of copper, but it was designed to look like a silver coin. This was done by applying a thin layer of silver to the copper surface using a process called "silver-plating." This technique was used to make the coin look more like a valuable silver coin, while still being made of a less expensive metal. This way, the coin could still be used for circulation and commerce, while also having the appearance of a higher-value coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1778  192000 - - - - - -

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