2 Riksdaler Riksmynt - Carl XV Big head, small date

€24,973.00
IssuerSweden
Year1862-1871
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value2 Riksdaler Riksmynt
CurrencyRiksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873)
CompositionSilver (.750)
Weight17 g
Dimensions31.8 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#714
Obverse descriptionHead of King Carl XV facing right. Engraver initials below neck.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCARL XV SVERIGES NORR. GÖTH. O. VEND. KONUNG. L.A.
(Translation: Carl XV King of Sweden, Norway, the Goths and the Wends)
Reverse descriptionCrowned Royal Arms of Sweden, held by lion supporters at sides. Below, the mintmark, the date and the value; while above is the king`s motto.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringLAND SKALL MED LAG BYGGAS S. T. 1862 2 RD.RIKSM.
(Translation: With law shall the land be built)
EdgeSmooth with incused lettering
Mint
Mintage1862 ST - - 640
1864 ST - overdate variety exists - 38 165
1871 ST - - 11 300
Catalog ID4201543780
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