2 Öre - Charles XI (Type I) 1664-1669 front 2 Öre - Charles XI (Type I) 1664-1669 back
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2 Öre - Charles XI Type I

 
Billon (.444 silver) 1.7551 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1664-1669
Value
2 Öre (1⁄26)
Currency
Second riksdaler (1665-1715)
Composition
Billon (.444 silver)
Weight
1.7551 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#64175
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Three crowns divide date and value. Mintmark below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
16 69
2. ÖR.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Öre - Charles XI (Type I) 1664-1669 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Charles XI, who ruled Sweden from 1660 to 1697, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new coinage system. The 2 Öre coin was part of this new system and was minted using a billon alloy, which was a mixture of silver and copper. This coin was also unique in that it featured a portrait of Charles XI on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. Despite its small denomination, the 2 Öre coin was an important part of everyday commerce in Sweden during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1664 IK 576120 - - - - - -
1665 IK 2638721 - - - - - -
1666  2087295 - - - - - -
1667  1312590 - - - - - -
1669  39942 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Öre - Charles XI (Type I) 1664-1669 coin.