© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
2 Mark - Adolf Fredrik Coronation of Adolf Fredrik
1751 year| Silver (.694) | 10.4 g | 30.25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Adolphus Frederick (Adolf Friedrich) (1751-1771) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1751 |
| Value | 2 Marks (25⁄96) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.694) |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 30.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#185680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Six lined inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADOLPH·FRID·
SVEC·GOTH·WAND·
REX
CORONAT·HOLMIAE
D·26·NOVEMBER
1751·
Translation: Adolf Fredrik, King of The Swedes, The Goths and the Wends. Coronated in Stockholm, 26th November 1751.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of Adolf Fredrik, who was the King of Sweden from 1751 until his death in 1771. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 10.4 grams, making it a substantial and valuable coin. Despite its age, many of these coins have survived and are highly sought after by collectors today.
