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8 Öre Silvermynt - Adolf Fredrik
1771 year| Silver (.507) | 4.21 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Adolphus Frederick (Adolf Friedrich) (1751-1771) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1771 |
| Value | 8 Ore (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.507) |
| Weight | 4.21 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned bold circlet with the Three Crowns of Sweden inside divides value at both sides. Mintmark and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
8. Ö.
S. M.
A.L.
1771
Edge
Plain
Comment
km# 507 In the King's monogram there is a loop in the crossbar (the more common and the one show in picture)km# 508 In the King's monogram the crossbar is in V shape
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Öre Silvermynt - Adolf Fredrik 1771 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time when Sweden was experiencing a period of economic and political instability, known as the "Age of Liberty." This coin was one of the few coins that were minted during this time that did not feature the image of the ruling monarch, King Gustav III. Instead, it features an image of Adolf Fredrik, the bishop of Stockholm, who was a prominent figure in Swedish society at the time. This coin is a rare and unique example of a coin that was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Sweden's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1771 AL | 17401 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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