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1 Riksdaler Banco - Carl XIV Johan Pattern strike
1829 year| Silver | 12.6 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1829 |
| Value | 1 Riksdaler Banco |
| Currency | Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.6 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#98907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned rectangular shield within order chain, divide date and value below, surrounded by the official motto of Karl XIV Johan. 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
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FOLKETS KÄRLEK MIN BELÖNING
I. R.
C. B.
18 29
Translation: The love of the people is my reward
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Riksdaler Banco - Carl XIV Johan (Pattern strike) 1829 from Sweden made of Silver weighing 12.6 g is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in 1829 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. This makes it particularly sought after by collectors. Additionally, the coin features an image of King Charles XIV John on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other, making it a unique piece of Swedish history.
