2 Mark - Ulrika Eleonora (Coronation of Ulrika Eleonora) 1719 front 2 Mark - Ulrika Eleonora (Coronation of Ulrika Eleonora) 1719 back
2 Mark - Ulrika Eleonora (Coronation of Ulrika Eleonora) 1719 photo
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2 Mark - Ulrika Eleonora Coronation of Ulrika Eleonora

1719 year
Silver (.694) 10.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
Queen
Ulrica Eleanor (1718-1720)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1719
Value
2 Marks (25⁄96)
Currency
Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
Composition
Silver (.694)
Weight
10.4 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#184761
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Star above bottom line surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SECURA FUTURI
CORON.D.XVII.MARI.
A:MDCCXIX.

Translation:
A secure future.
Coronation, day 17 of March, year 1719.

Comment

Photos of the coin struck in gold:

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of Ulrika Eleonora, who was the first queen to rule Sweden in her own right, rather than being a consort to a king. She was a powerful and influential leader, known for her efforts to strengthen the Swedish economy and military, and her reign marked a significant turning point in Swedish history.