SWEDEN. Gustav II Adolf, 1611-32. Riksdaler 1617, Stockholm. 31.77 g. Ahlstrom 25; Tingstrom 7; Antell 475; Davenport 4516; KM 69. One of the finest available riksdaler of all dates of Gustav II Adolf, also known as Gustavus Adolphus, whose war efforts during the 30-years war (1618-48) gave him the title "The Great". A highly skilled military commander and a genius in state organisation, his efforts saw Sweden rise to a European Great Power. Slight doubling and weakness of strike and minimal friction on the highest parts. A dark spot in the right obverse field and a few marks can be seen on both sides. Perhaps the best portrait available of Gustav Adolf. Extremely fine and very rare as such. Ex. Kuenker auction 285, Feb. 2017, lot 122, EUR 7000 hammer Ex Nordlinds Mynthandel auction, Nov. 2011, Lot 152, SEK 82000 hammer