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5 Daler Silvermynt - Charles XI
1674 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1674 |
| Value | 5 Daler = 5⁄3 Riksdaler |
| Currency | Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Size | 365 × 350 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#147676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Interesting fact
The 5 Daler Silvermynt coin was minted during the reign of Charles XI of Sweden in 1674. It was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what makes this coin interesting is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the king, Charles XI, on one side, and a depiction of the Swedish coat of arms on the other. This was a departure from the traditional design of coins at the time, which often featured religious symbols or other motifs. The inclusion of the king's portrait and the coat of arms made the coin a symbol of the Swedish monarchy and its power.
