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½ Skilling - Gustav IV Adolf Avesta
| Copper | 14.2 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1802-1809 |
| Value | ½ Skilling (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.2 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#3953 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Big crossed arrows cut the value in two at sides. Below is the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
SKIL LING
1802
Edge
Dotted line.
Comment
This coin has two main (mintmark) crown variant. The first one (1802 - 1807) is wider with a bigger cross and more detailed flowers above crown's ring. The second one (1809) is small and with less detailed flowers.Interesting fact
The ½ Skilling coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Gustav IV Adolf (1802-1809), features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual coat of arms or other national symbols, the coin features an image of a large tree, surrounded by the inscription "Fäderneslandet" (Fatherland). This design was intended to symbolize the connection between the monarch and the land, and to evoke a sense of national pride and unity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1802 | 2340000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1803 | 4453540 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1804 | 595000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1805 | 173000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1807 | 1950000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1809 | 4844640 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Skilling - Gustav IV Adolf (Avesta) 1802-1809 coin.
