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2 Riksdaler Riksmynt - Carl XV Big head; small date
| Silver (.750) | 17 g | 31.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XV (1859-1872) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1862-1871 |
| Value | 2 Riksdaler Riksmynt |
| Currency | Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 31.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned Royal Arms of Sweden, held by lion supporters at sides. Below, the mintmark, the date and the value; while above is the king's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAND SKALL MED LAG BYGGAS
S. T.
1862
2 RD.RIKSM.
Translation: With law shall the land be built
Edge
Smooth with incused lettering
Lettering: 75/100 DELAR FINSILVER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Riksdaler Riksmynt - Carl XV (Big head; small date) 1862-1871 from Sweden is that it was designed by the Swedish artist and engraver, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent artist and designer in Sweden during the 19th century, and his work can be found on many Swedish coins from that period. The coin's design features a portrait of King Carl XV on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted from 1862 to 1871 and was made of silver (.750). It weighs 17 grams and has a diameter of 27.5 millimeters.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1862 ST | 640 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 ST | 38165 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 ST | 11300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Riksdaler Riksmynt - Carl XV (Big head; small date) 1862-1871 coin.
