© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
2 Mark - Adolf Fredrick
| Silver (.694) | 10.4 g | 30.25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Adolphus Frederick (Adolf Friedrich) (1751-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1752-1754 |
| Value | 2 Marks (25⁄96) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.694) |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 30.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102175 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned lined orb with the Three Crowns of Sweden within the Chain of the Order of Seraphims. The Chain pendant divides date and mintmark below, while value is at both sides of the orb. Above the crown is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALUS • PUBLICA • SALUS • MEA •
2 • M •
H • 17 52 • M •
Translation: The welfare of the people my welfare
Engraver: Daniel Fehrman
Edge
Diagonal reeding
Comment
May be present the engraver initial F in the space between hair and neck-cut. Often poorly visible.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Mark - Adolf Fredrick 1752-1754 from Sweden made of Silver (.694) weighing 10.4 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Adolf Fredrik, who was the King of Sweden from 1751 until his death in 1771. This coin was minted in 1752-1754, which means it was one of the first coins minted during his reign. It's interesting to note that King Adolf Fredrik was known for his efforts to modernize Sweden's economy and military, and the minting of this coin could have been a part of those efforts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1752 HM | 169759 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1754 HM | 9700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Mark - Adolf Fredrick 1752-1754 coin.
