⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf (3rd portrait) 1800-1809 front ⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf (3rd portrait) 1800-1809 back
⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf (3rd portrait) 1800-1809 photo
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⅙ Riksdaler - Gustav IV Adolf 3rd portrait

 
Silver (.691) 6.2 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1800-1809
Value
⅙ Riksdaler
Currency
Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830)
Composition
Silver (.691)
Weight
6.2 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#39218
Rarity index
78%

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 •
1/6• RD:
O. L.
18 09

Translation: God and the people

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Sweden. Gustav IV Adolf, who is featured on the coin, was the King of Sweden from 1792 until his abdication in 1809. During his reign, Sweden experienced significant political and economic upheaval, including the loss of Finland to Russia in 1809. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of Swedish history and a testament to the country's resilience during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1800 OL 105840 - - - - - -
1801 OL 420126 - - - - - -
1802 OL 125386 - - - - - -
1803 OL 2340792 - - - - - -
1804 OL 2155980 - - - - - -
1805 OL 977646 - - - - - -
1806 OL 340842 - - - - - -
1807 OL 908700 - - - - - -
1808 OL 942858 - - - - - -
1809 OL 707000 - - - - - -

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 (3rd portrait) 1800-1809 coin.