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⅓ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf 2nd portrait
1798 year| Silver (.878) | 9.76 g | 29.75 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1798 |
| Value | ⅓ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 9.76 g |
| Diameter | 29.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100865 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned lined orb with the Three Crowns of Sweden within the Chain of the Order of Seraphims. The Chain pendant divides date and mintmark below, while value is at both sides of the orb. Above the crown is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GUD OCH FOLKET •
./3• RD:
O• L•
17 98
Translation: God and the people
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Sweden. The 1790s saw a shift from a medieval-style economy to a more modern, industrialized one, and the introduction of a new currency system was part of this transition. The ⅓ Riksdaler coin was a key part of this new system, and its design featuring Gustav IV Adolf was meant to symbolize the power and stability of the Swedish monarchy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1798 OL | 70197 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅓ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf (2nd portrait) 1798 coin.
