⅓ Riksdaler Specie - Charles XIV Johan Pattern strike
1827 year| Copper | 8.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1827 |
| Value | ⅓ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.2 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#186824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned rectangular shield 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.
Shield has three crowns above the coat of arms of house Bernadotte, flanked to the left by the Norwegian crowned rampant lion holding an axe, facing left, and to the right by the Swedish crowned rampant lion also facing left. Order chain has seven angel heads.
Lettering:
FOLKETS KÄRLEK MIN BELÖNING
./3. R.
C. B.
18 27
Translation: The love of the people is my reward
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern ⅓ Riksdaler Specie - Charles XIV Johan (Pattern strike) 1827 from Sweden made of Copper weighing 8.2 g is that it was designed by the Swedish engraver and artist, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and his work can be seen on many Swedish coins from the 19th century. This particular coin features a portrait of King Charles XIV Johan on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It's a rare and valuable coin, highly sought after by collectors.
