⅓ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1813-1814 front ⅓ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1813-1814 back
⅓ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1813-1814 photo
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⅓ Riksdaler - Carl XIII without "NORR"

 
Silver (.878) 9.75 g 29.86 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XIII (Karl XIII) (1809-1818)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1813-1814
Value
⅓ Riksdaler
Currency
Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830)
Composition
Silver (.878)
Weight
9.75 g
Diameter
29.86 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#64144
Rarity index
94%

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
./3. R.
O. L.
18 14

Translation: The welfare of the people is my highest law

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ⅓ Riksdaler coin from Sweden is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was minted in 1813-1814, during the reign of King Carl XIII, and it was part of a larger effort to reform the Swedish currency and economy. The coin's design and composition were meant to reflect the country's new economic policies and to promote trade and commerce. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1813 OL 63411 - - - - - -
1814 OL 32997 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅓ Riksdaler - Carl XIII (without "NORR") 1813-1814 coin.