4 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1653 front 4 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1653 back
4 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina 1649-1653 photo
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4 Daler Silvermynt - Kristina

 
Copper 6855 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
Queen
Christina (1632-1654)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1649-1653
Value
4 Daler SM
Currency
Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776)
Composition
Copper
Weight
6855 g
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#179567
Rarity index
97%

Comment

This coin is only known in a few specimens.

Interesting fact

The 4 Daler Silvermynt coin was minted during the reign of Queen Kristina of Sweden, who was known for her unusual and progressive ideas. She was a patron of the arts and sciences, and her court was a center of culture and learning. Despite her many accomplishments, Kristina's reign was also marked by controversy, including her decision to abdicate the throne and convert to Catholicism. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact from a fascinating period in Swedish history.