½ Riksdaler Courant - Charles XIV Johan Pattern strike
1834 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1834 |
| Value | ½ Riksdaler Courant = ⅛ Riksdaler Specie |
| Currency | Riksdaler banco (1830-1855) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#186828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned rectangular shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden surrounded by the Seraphim Order's Chain dividing date, value and mintmark below (at sides of chain pendant). King's motto at both sides of shield, along rim.
Lettering:
FOLKETS KÄRLEK MIN BELÖNING
./2R. CR.
./8R. SP.
C. B.
18 34
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ½ Riksdaler Courant - Charles XIV Johan (Pattern strike) 1834 from Sweden made of Silver is that it was designed by the Swedish engraver and artist, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent artist and engraver in Sweden during the 19th century, and his work can be found on many Swedish coins and banknotes from that time period. The Pattern ½ Riksdaler Courant coin features a portrait of King Charles XIV Johan on one side and a depiction of the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It was minted in 1834 as a pattern strike, which means it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
