2 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1654 front 2 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1654 back
2 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1654 photo
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2 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina

 
Copper 3608 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
Queen
Christina (1632-1654)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1649-1654
Value
2 Daler SM
Currency
Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3608 g
Shape
Rectangular (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#179570
Rarity index
95%

Comment

This coin is only known in a few specimen.

Interesting fact

The 2 Daler Silvermynt coin was minted during the reign of Queen Kristina of Sweden, who was known for her unusual and progressive policies. One of her most notable reforms was the introduction of a new coinage system, which included the use of copper coins like the 2 Daler Silvermynt. This was significant because it helped to reduce inflation and stabilize the Swedish economy during a time of economic uncertainty.