½ Skilling - Carl XIV Johan 1832-1833 front ½ Skilling - Carl XIV Johan 1832-1833 back
½ Skilling - Carl XIV Johan 1832-1833 photo
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½ Skilling - Carl XIV Johan

 
Copper 8.5 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1832-1833
Value
½ Skilling Banco (1⁄36)
Currency
Riksdaler banco (1830-1855)
Composition
Copper
Weight
8.5 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22201
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Crossed palm branches divides vertically value and date. The Three Crowns of Sweden are around the value (two at sides of numerical value, one below the denomination as a triangle).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/2
SKILLING
1832

Interesting fact

The ½ Skilling coin was minted during the reign of King Carl XIV Johan of Sweden, who was also known as Charles John. He was the King of Sweden and Norway from 1818 until his death in 1844. The coin was minted in 1832 and 1833, and it features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Sweden on the other. The coin was made of copper and weighs 8.5 grams. It's an interesting piece of history and a valuable collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1832  288000 - - - - - -
1833  3 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Skilling - Carl XIV Johan 1832-1833 coin.