Welcome to the library

The Numismatic Library is a branch library to The Library of the Royal Swedish Academy of Letters, History and Antiquities. The library is open to the general public and is situated in the premises of the Royal Coin Cabinet in Old Town, Stockholm.

About the library

The library collects numismatic literature from all over the world as well as Swedish bank history and Swedish economic history. The collection totals c. 600 meters of books and journals. Queen Lovisa Ulrika's Collection of Numismatic Literature is the cornerstone with the oldest books printed in the 16th century, whereas the majority of the books are from the 20th century. The library holds subscriptions for about 70 numismatic journals.

Opening hours

Thursdays 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment with the librarian. The library is closed to visitors in July.

Visiting address: Slottsbacken 6, Stockholm

Contact the library

Phone: +46-8-519 183 24 or +46-8-519 553 23
Fax: +46-8-663 35 28
E-mail: numismatiskabiblioteket@raa.se