⅓ Riksdaler Courant - Charles XIV Johan Pattern strike
1831 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1831 |
| Value | ⅓ Riksdaler Courant = 1⁄12 Riksdaler Specie |
| Currency | Riksdaler banco (1830-1855) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#186829 |
|---|---|
| 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
./3R. CR.
./12R. SP.
C. B.
18 31
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ⅓ Riksdaler Courant - Charles XIV Johan (Pattern strike) 1831 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 of his time, and his work can be found on many Swedish coins and banknotes from the 19th century. The Pattern ⅓ 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. The coin was never officially released into circulation, but it is still considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
