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⅙ Riksdaler - Carl XIII without "NORR"
| Silver (.691) | 6.22 g | 26.3 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIII (Karl XIII) (1809-1818) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1809-1814 |
| Value | ⅙ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.691) |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Diameter | 26.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with the Three crowns of Sweden within circular Seraphim Order Chain. The Chain pendant divides value, date and mintmark below. At sides, around rim, is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FOLKES VÄL MIN HÖGSTA LAG
I/6. R.
O. L.
18 1
Translation: The welfare of the people is my highest law
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1809-1814 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1809, just a year after the Swedish parliament had adopted a new constitution that established a constitutional monarchy and abolished the old system of absolute monarchy. Additionally, this coin was minted during a period of economic turmoil, as Sweden was experiencing a severe economic crisis due to the Napoleonic Wars and the subsequent collapse of the Swedish economy. Despite these challenges, the ⅙ Riksdaler coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency during this time, and its design has become an iconic symbol of Swedish history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 OL | 297498 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1814 OL | 199146 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1809-1814 coin.
