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Sweden, Charles XII (1682-1697-1718), Death at the Siege of Fredriksten. Silver Medal 1718. VF+, RAR

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Sweden, Charles XII (1682-1697-1718), Death at the Siege of Fredriksten. Silver Medal 1718. VF+, RAR
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RARE Medal in Silver 1718, by Johann Carl Hedlinger (1691-1771) Large type Size =51.8 mm ; weight = 57.7 grams
Obv: Armoured bust right, with Sash
Rev. A rampant lion tries to free himself from the entanglements of a rope, INDOCILIS PATI,
Ref: Felder 18; Hild.I, 197
Grade: Good VF/VF+ with well known die flaw to edge at 3 o'clock. Seen in white medal and copper often at auctions yet very SCARCE in silver.

Info:
Charles XII was besieging the Norwegian fortress of Fredriksten in the city of Fredrikshald [now Halden]. Where a projectile struck and killed Charles XII through the left temple while he inspected the work. There are many theories as to who killed Charles (ranging from an enemy sniper to being assassinated by one of his own soldiers) however none of his soldiers saw the shot. The death of the king effectively ended the attack on Fredriksten and the invasion was called off, leading to the conclusion of the war. A memorial is located in the park named in his memory where the Swedish king fell, just in front of the fortress.