


© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
4 Mark - Kristina I Type II
Silver (.750) | 22.03 g | - |
Issuer | Sweden |
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Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1641-1646 |
Value | 4 Mark (⅔) |
Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
Composition | Silver (.750) |
Weight | 22.03 g |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#179375 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Sweden divide value and mintmark inside circle of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA·NOVA·ARGENT·REGNI·SVECIÆ·M·DC·XLI·
4 M·
Translation:
New silver coin from the queen of Sweden
Four mark
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Queen Kristina I on the obverse side, who was a prominent figure in Swedish history and known for her efforts to modernize the country's government and military. She was also a patron of the arts and sciences, and her reign saw the establishment of several universities and cultural institutions.