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4 Mark - Gustav II Adolf Weight of 12 Mark
1623 year| Silver | 56.76 g | 40.8 mm |
| Issuer | City of Reval (Swedish Estonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1621-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1623 |
| Value | 4 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1561-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 56.76 g |
| Diameter | 40.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#152808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three stacked lions in crowned shield surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA · NOVA · CIVI · TAT : REVAL : IIII · M : SV
Translation:
Moneta Nova Civitatis Revaliensis IIII Mark Sveciae
New coin of the city of Reval; 4 Mark of Sweden
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was struck to 3 times the thickness of the regular coin, causing its weight to be that of a 12 Mark piece.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Gustav II Adolf, who was the King of Sweden from 1611 to 1632. He was a prominent figure in European history and is known for his military campaigns and his role in the Thirty Years' War. The coin's design and weight reflect the economic and political influence of Sweden during this time period.
