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⅓ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf 3rd portrait
| Silver (.878) | 9.79 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1799-1800 |
| Value | ⅓ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.878) |
| Weight | 9.79 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100968 |
|---|---|
| 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 •
./3• RD:
O• L•
18 00
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 1799-1800 period saw the country transitioning from a medieval system of government to a modern constitutional monarchy, with Gustav IV Adolf playing a key role in this process. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure consistency and stability in the country's currency, reflecting the importance of sound monetary policy during this time of change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1799 OL | 69591 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1800 OL | 113244 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (3rd portrait) 1799-1800 coin.
