Sweden 1756 4 daler
This specimen was lot 676 in Sedwick Treasure Auction 35 (Winter Park, FL, May 2024), where it did not sell. The catalog description[1] noted, "SWEDEN, Avesta mint, copper 4 daler "plate money", Adolf Fredrik I, 1756. Very choice example that is practically corrosion-free, with smooth brown surfaces all over except for some green on the two short sides, all five stamps full and clear, scarce large size (high denomination) that we have not offered in several years. With original certificate from the salvor/conservator. Recovered from: Nicobar, sunk in 1783 off South Africa." In the pre-reform Swedish coinage, 8 öre = one mark and 48 öre = one riksdaler. The SCWC lists these as made from "cannon bronze" whereas they are almost certainly made from commercially pure copper. Altho some did circulate as coin, most were exported and melted down to make other brass or bronze objects, which is why they are scarce today. This variety, bearing the stamps of Adolf Frederick I, was made 1753-59. Production ceased in 1759, likely for lack of bullion.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: copper, this specimen 2986 grams, 10-1/2" x 8-3/4".
Catalog reference: KM-PM76.
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- [1]Sedwick, Daniel Frank, Augi Garcia, Cori Sedwick Downing and Connor Falk, Treasure Auction 35, World, U.S Coins and Paper Money, Winter Park, FL: Daniel Frank Sedwick LLC, 2024.
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