2½ Riksdaler - Karl IX Founding of Gothenburg
1610 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1604-1611) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1610 |
| Value | 2½ Riksdaler (2.5) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#157364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Panorama with ships and buildings in foreground, tree in background.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2½ Riksdaler - Karl IX (Founding of Gothenburg) 1610 coin from Sweden is that it was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Gothenburg, a city located on the west coast of Sweden. The coin was issued in 1810, exactly 200 years after the city was founded by King Karl IX in 1610. The coin's design features an image of King Karl IX on one side and the city's coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver and has a unique design that sets it apart from other coins minted during that time period.
