⅙ Riksdaler - Carl XIV Johan
| Silver (.691) | 6.19 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1828-1829 |
| Value | ⅙ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.691) |
| Weight | 6.19 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64141 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned rectangular shield surrounded by the Seraphim Order's Chain divides date value and mintmark below (at sides of chain's pendant). King's motto at both sides of shield, along rim.
Shield has three crowns above the coat of arms of house Bernadotte, flanked to the left by the Norwegian crowned rampant lion holding an axe, facing left, and to the right by the Swedish crowned rampant lion also facing left. Order chain has seven angel heads.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FOLKETS KÄRLEK MIN BELÖNING
./6. R.
C. B.
18 29
Translation: The love of the people is my reward
Edge
Lettering
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅙ Riksdaler - Carl XIV Johan 1828-1829 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Carl XIV Johan in 1828, which aimed to stabilize the Swedish economy and simplify the currency system. The coin's design, featuring the king's profile on one side and the value and mint date on the other, was meant to symbolize the new monetary system and the king's commitment to modernizing Sweden. Despite the coin's small denomination, it played an important role in the country's economic development and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1828 CB | 1024 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1829 CB | 2039 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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