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2 Caroliner - Charles XII
1718 year| Silver (.694) | 13.31 g | 33.2 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1718 |
| Value | 2 Carolins (2 Caroliner) (⅖) |
| Currency | Third riksdaler (1715-1719) |
| Composition | Silver (.694) |
| Weight | 13.31 g |
| Diameter | 33.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms in cross shape, with other four crowns in diagonal. Below these crowns the initial of 2 Daler Silver Mynt to state the equivalence between caroliner and daler. In center the Vasa Arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWÅ CARO LI NER
I D S M
Interesting fact
The 2 Caroliner coin from Sweden, minted in 1718 during the reign of Charles XII, features an interesting design element - a stylized portrait of the king, with a distinctive long, curly wig and a prominent mustache. This design was a departure from the more traditional depictions of royalty on coins and reflects the fashion of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1718 LC | 78956 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Caroliner - Charles XII 1718 coin.
