© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
4 Mark - Gustav II Adolf Laureate head- Type I
| Silver (.821) | 19.75 g | 41.92 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1613-1617 |
| Value | 4 Mark (⅔) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.821) |
| Weight | 19.75 g |
| Diameter | 41.92 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crown above three complex-shaped shields in a triangular frame: above two shield are bent to the center of the coin: the left one has the Three Crowns of Sweden, the right one has the Folkungs Lion. Below the two is a shield with Vasa Arms. Crown and three shields are inside a beaded circle with value and date outside as legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · IIII · SVENSKE · * · MARKR · 1616 ·
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - the laureate head of Gustav II Adolf, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of the king with a crown. This design choice was meant to emphasize the king's role as a military leader and was a nod to the Roman Empire's tradition of depicting their leaders with laurel wreaths.
