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⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf 2nd portrait
1799 year| Silver (.691) | 6.19 g | 25.56 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | ⅙ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.691) |
| Weight | 6.19 g |
| Diameter | 25.56 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 •
./6• RD:
O• L•
17 99
Translation: God and the people
Interesting fact
The ⅙ Riksdaler coin from Sweden, featuring Gustav IV Adolf's second portrait, has a unique feature - it was minted with a silver content of .691, which is slightly higher than the standard .600 silver content used in most coins of that time. This makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1799 OL | 102810 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf (2nd portrait) 1799 coin.
