© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
4 Mark - Charles XI Pattern strike
1681 year| Copper | 20.03 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1681 |
| Value | 4 Mark (½) |
| Currency | Second riksdaler (1665-1715) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 20.03 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#182904 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with the three crowns of Sweden dividing value and date inside circle of legend.
Lettering:
DOMINVS · PROTECTOR · MEVS
16 81
4 M
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 4 Mark - Charles XI (Pattern strike) 1681 from Sweden made of Copper weighing 20.03g is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors. It is considered a "pattern" coin, meaning that it was struck as a trial or sample coin, and not intended for circulation. This particular coin is one of only a few known examples, making it a valuable and highly prized piece of numismatic history.
