1 Riksdaler - Frederick I 2nd portrait

€1.00
IssuerSweden
Year1730-1733
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Riksdaler
CurrencyFourth riksdaler (1719-1798)
CompositionSilver (.878)
Weight29.25 g
Dimensions41.45 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#395.2, Dav EC III#1723
Obverse descriptionBust of King Frederick I with long and curly hairs divides legend. King is wearing an ornate armor with shoulder ribbons and a drape above (with brooch).
Obverse script
Obverse letteringFRIDERICUS•D•G•REX•SVECIAE•
(Translation: Frederick I king of Sweden by the grace of God.)
Reverse descriptionCrowned greater arms of Sweden in ornate shield held by lion supporters at sides. The date is below, in a cartouche made by palm crossed branches; mintark is at both sides of braches. Above the shield is the King`s motto.
Reverse script
Reverse letteringGud Mitt Hopp . 1733 GZ
(Translation: God is my hope.)
EdgeSmooth with embossed lettering
Mint
Mintage1730 GZ - Portrait type 1723. With signature H - 3 992
1730 GZ - Portrait type 1724. W/o signature -
1731 GZ - Portrait type 1724. W/o signature - 18 664
1731 GZ - Portrait type 1726. W/o signature -
1732 GZ - Portrait type 1724. W/o signature - 7 442
1732 GZ - Portrait type 1726. W/o signature -
1733 GZ - Portrait type 1724. W/o signature - 11 477
1733 GZ - Portrait type 1726. W/o signature -
Catalog ID8849670240
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