8 Daler Silvermynt - Karl X Gustav 1656-1659 front 8 Daler Silvermynt - Karl X Gustav 1656-1659 back
8 Daler Silvermynt - Karl X Gustav 1656-1659 photo
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8 Daler Silvermynt - Karl X Gustav

 
Copper 14 492 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles X Gustav (1654-1660)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1656-1659
Value
8 Daler SM
Currency
Copper Plate Money (Daler SM equivalent; 1644-1776)
Composition
Copper
Weight
14 492 g
Size
600 × 340 mm
Shape
Rectangular
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#181165
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Daler Silvermynt - Karl X Gustav 1656-1659 coin from Sweden is that it was made of copper, which was a unusual choice for a coin of its denomination at the time. Most coins of similar value were made of silver or gold, but the use of copper was likely a deliberate choice by the mint to create a more affordable option for circulation. Despite being made of a less valuable material, the coin still features a beautiful design and is highly sought after by collectors today.