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1 Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf Laureate head - Type I
| Silver (.875) | 28.56 g | 44.85 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1616 |
| Value | 6 Mark = 1 Riksdaler |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.56 g |
| Diameter | 44.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mantled standing figure of Jesus with raised blessing right arm and Globus Cruciger in outstretched left hand. At left a crown is above three complex-shaped shields in a triangular frame: above the left one has the Three Crowns of Sweden while the right one has the Folkungs Lion. Below the two is a shield with Vasa Arms. Figure of Jesus and the shields are inside a beaded circle with legend outside and date at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * SALVATOR * MVNDI * SALVA * NOS * 16 | 16 *
Translation: Savior of the World, save us
Comment
Coins with date 1615 exists in version with bigger and near shields and smaller and more spaced shieldsInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Riksdaler - Gustav II Adolf (Laureate head - Type I) 1615-1616 from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Sweden. Gustav II Adolf, who ruled Sweden from 1611 to 1632, was a powerful and influential king who implemented a number of reforms and military campaigns during his reign. The coin, which features an image of the king on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other, was likely used to finance some of these military campaigns and reforms. Despite the turmoil of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of Swedish history and a testament to the enduring legacy of Gustav II Adolf.
