© The Coinage Of Sweden 1977
© The Coinage Of Sweden 1977
3 Riksdaler - Karl IX
1609 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1604-1611) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1609 |
| Value | 3 Riksdaler |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#157038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The savior, date.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Riksdaler - Karl IX 1609 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Karl IX, who ruled Sweden from 1604 to 1611, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new currency system. The 3 Riksdaler coin was part of this new system and was used widely throughout Sweden during this time. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not particularly valuable, with its value being equivalent to about 1/4 of a Swedish daler, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.
