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1 Riksdaler - Frederick I 2nd portrait
| Silver (.878) | 29.25 g | 41.56 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1723-1728 |
| Value | 1 Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 29.25 g |
| Diameter | 41.56 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned greater arms of Sweden in ornate shield held by lion supporters at sides. The date is below, in cartouche made by palm crossed branches. Above the shield is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Gud Mitt Hopp .
1725
Translation: God is my hope.
Engraver: Johann Karl von Hedlinger
Edge
Smooth with embossed lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: MANIBUS NE LAEDAR AVARIS
Comment
This type has three main variant in portrait type:TYPE 1723 and TYPE 1724 are both made by Johann Carl Hedlinger and are quite the same except for the ornaments on the chest of King's armor that are lightly different and the shulder ribbons that are more complex in 1724 type. More type 1723 has an edge ring clearly visible that is absent in type 1724
TYPE 1726 made by engraver Daniel Haesling. Different from Hedlinger's portraits. Again this type have the edge ring.
Interesting fact
The 1 Riksdaler coin featuring Frederick I (2nd portrait) was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Sweden. The country was facing a severe economic crisis, and the government decided to debase the currency by reducing the silver content of the Riksdaler coin. Despite this, the coin still maintained its value and remained in circulation until 1728. This fact highlights the coin's historical significance and the impact of economic policies on currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1723 | 6445 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1724 | 2992 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1725 | 8856 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1726 | 6614 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1727 | 9847 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1728 | 9309 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Riksdaler - Frederick I (2nd portrait) 1723-1728 coin.
