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© Baldwins of St James Ltd
2 Mark - Gustav II Adolf Laureate head - Type I
| Silver (.821) | 9.76 g | 36.15 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1615-1617 |
| Value | 2 Mark = ⅓ Daler |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.821) |
| Weight | 9.76 g |
| Diameter | 36.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#113245 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown above three complex-shaped shields in a triangular frame: above two shield are bent to the center of the coin: the left one has the Three Crowns of Sweden, the right one has the Folkungs Lion. Below the two is a shield with Vasa Arms. Crown and three shields are inside a beaded circle with value and date outside as legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * II · SVENSKE · * · MARKR · 1617 *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of King Gustav II Adolf, also known as Gustavus Adolphus, who was a prominent figure in Swedish history and played a significant role in the Thirty Years' War.
