List of Swedish monarchs
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This list records the monarchs of Sweden, from the late Viking Age to the present day. Sweden has continuously been a monarchy since the country's consolidation in the Viking Age and early Middle Ages, for over a thousand years.[1] The incumbent royal dynasty of Sweden is the House of Bernadotte, established on the throne in 1818.
For queens consort of Sweden, see List of Swedish royal consorts.
Quick Facts King of Sweden, Incumbent ...
King of Sweden | |
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Sveriges konung | |
Incumbent | |
Carl XVI Gustaf since 15 September 1973 | |
Details | |
Style | His Majesty |
Heir apparent | Victoria |
Formation | Before c. 970 |
Residence | Stockholm Palace Drottningholm Palace |
Appointer | Elective monarchy (up to 1544) Hereditary monarchy (since 1544) |
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