1 Carolin / 32 Skillingar - Charles XIV Johan Pattern strike
1830 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1830 |
| Value | 1 Carolin |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#186374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned rectangular shield surrounded by the Seraphim Order's Chain dividing date below (at sides of chain's pendant). Value 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:
1 CAROLIN 32 SKILLING
18 30
Comment
Minted before gold Carolin value was changed from '1 = 32 Skillingar' to '2 = 32 Skillingar.'Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Carolin / 32 Skillingar - Charles XIV Johan (Pattern strike) 1830 from Sweden made of Gold is that it is a rare and highly sought-after coin among collectors. It is considered a "pattern" coin, meaning that it was struck as a trial or sample coin, and not intended for circulation. This particular coin is unique because it features a portrait of King Charles XIV Johan on one side, and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Sweden on the other. Additionally, it is made of gold, which adds to its value and rarity. As a result, this coin is highly prized among collectors of rare and historical coins.