1 Krona - Gustaf V Pattern strike
1918 year| Iron (Struck in silver and nickel too) | 5.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustaf V (1907-1950) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1918 |
| Value | 1 Krona (1 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Iron (Struck in silver and nickel too) |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#191597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned ornate coat of arms of Sweden, circled by ther Seraphim Order Chain. Below the Chain divides value. At sides is the King's motto
Lettering:
MED FOLKET FÖR FOSTERLANDET
1 Kr.
Translation: With the People for the Motherland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Krona - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1918 from Sweden is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent artist in Sweden at the time and his design for the coin features a portrait of King Gustaf V on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. The coin was struck in iron, but also exists in silver and nickel variations, making it a unique and sought-after collector's item.
