4 Öre - Charles XI (Pattern strike) ND (1660) front 4 Öre - Charles XI (Pattern strike) ND (1660) back
4 Öre - Charles XI (Pattern strike) ND (1660) photo
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4 Öre - Charles XI Pattern strike ND

1660 year
Silver 3.08 g 22.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Pattern
Year
1660
Value
4 Öre (1⁄12)
Currency
First riksdaler (1598-1665)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.08 g
Diameter
22.2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182912
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned shield with the three crowns of Sweden inside circle of legend.

Lettering: DOMINVS·PROTECTOR · MEVS

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 4 Öre - Charles XI (Pattern strike) ND (1660) from Sweden made of Silver weighing 3.08 g is that it is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was created during the reign of Charles XI of Sweden, who ruled from 1660 to 1697, and was part of a series of pattern coins that were minted during his reign to test new designs and metallic compositions. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other, and its silver content makes it a valuable addition to any coin collection.