2 Mark - Karl X Gustav (Type II) 1656-1660 (1654-1660) front 2 Mark - Karl X Gustav (Type II) 1656-1660 (1654-1660) back
2 Mark - Karl X Gustav (Type II) 1656-1660 (1654-1660) photo
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2 Mark - Karl X Gustav Type II

 
Silver (.750) 10.401 g 31.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles X Gustav (1654-1660)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1656-1660 (1654-1660)
Value
2 Mark (⅓)
Currency
First riksdaler (1598-1665)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
10.401 g
Diameter
31.4 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#180623
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

The Three Crowns of Sweden over date, value and mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
16 56
·II · M:

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Mark - Karl X Gustav (Type II) coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. King Karl X Gustav, who ruled from 1654 to 1660, was instrumental in the transition of Sweden from a republic to a monarchy, and this coin was minted during his reign. Despite the political upheaval, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was widely used throughout Sweden during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1660  62000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Mark - Karl X Gustav (Type II) 1656-1660 (1654-1660) coin.