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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Riksdaler - Frederick I 3rd portrait
| Silver (.878) | 29.25 g | 41.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1731-1733 |
| Value | 1 Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 29.25 g |
| Diameter | 41.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned greater arms of Sweden in ornate shield held by lion supporters at sides. The date is below, in a cartouche made by palm crossed branches; mintark is at both sides of braches. Above the shield is the King's motto.
Lettering:
Gud Mitt Hopp .
1733
GZ
Translation: God is my hope.
Edge
Smooth with embossed lettering
Lettering: MANIBUS NE LAEDAR AVARIS
Comment
Even if Krause and Davenport divides riksdaler dated 1723 to 1728 (km# 395.1) from those dated 1730 to 1733 (km# 395.2) the more correct method to differentiate the various types of riksdaler is to look at the King's portrait.So Ahlstrom and other swedish catalogues distinguish portrait type 2 (with 3 subtypes) in riksdaler dated from 1723 to 1733 from portrait type 3 (with 2 subtypes) dated from 1731 to 1738. The main difference, besides the portrait style, is the presence of crowns on the drape that covers the armor. To combine both way I divided km# 395.2 in two: the first with portrait 2 the second with portrait 3.
Of this type exists two main variants:
TYPE 1731 and TYPE 1732. They look very similar but type 1731 has short seams on the chest and the armor is more ornate; while type 1732 has a single long stitch on the chest and the armor is less complex
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Riksdaler - Frederick I (3rd portrait) 1731-1733 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Frederick I in 1731, which aimed to stabilize the Swedish economy and reduce inflation. The coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, and it became a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout Sweden and the surrounding region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1731 GZ | 8841 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1732 GZ | 7442 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1733 GZ | 10469 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (3rd portrait) 1731-1733 coin.
