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1 Ducat - Gustav IV Adolf 2nd portrait
| Gold (.976) | 3.5 g | 21.75 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav IV Adolf (1792-1809) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1798 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.976) |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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. Above the crown is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GUD OCH FOLKET •
O• L•
17 98
Translation: God and the people
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin featuring Gustav IV Adolf (2nd portrait) from Sweden, minted between 1796 and 1798, is interesting because it was one of the last gold coins issued by the Swedish Empire before it transitioned to a paper currency system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1796 OL | 2800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1797 OL | 4100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1798 OL | 5056 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Ducat - Gustav IV Adolf (2nd portrait) 1796-1798 coin.
