© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
10 Ducats - Karl X Gustav
1654 year| Gold (.976) | 35 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles X Gustav (1654-1660) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1654 |
| Value | 10 Ducats |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Gold (.976) |
| Weight | 35 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#180430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of Sweden with lion supporters at sides within beaded circle. Legend outside with date in roman letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN·IEHOVA·SORS·MEA·IPSE·FACIET·M·DC·L·IV
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Ducats - Karl X Gustav 1654 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Karl X Gustav was a powerful king who ruled Sweden during the 17th century, and his reign saw significant political and military reforms, as well as the introduction of new currency systems. The 10 Ducats coin, made of gold and weighing 35 grams, was likely used as a symbol of the king's power and wealth, and its minting may have been a way for him to consolidate his control over the country's economy. Despite its age, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today, with its historical significance and rarity making it a prized addition to any collection.
