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1 Riksdaler - Carl XIV Johan

 
Silver (.878) 29.25 g 38.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1827-1829
Value
1 Riksdaler
Currency
Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830)
Composition
Silver (.878)
Weight
29.25 g
Diameter
38.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#37685
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crowned rectangular shield surrounded by the Seraphim Order's Chain divides date value and mintmark below (at sides of chain's pendant). King's motto 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.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FOLKETS KÄRLEK MIN BELÖNING
I. R.
C. B.
18 29

Translation: The love of the people is my reward

Edge

Lettered

Lettering: 534 8/9 TROYSKA ASS FINSILFER

Comment

This is the normal type with Seraphim Order Chain with seven angel heads.

About lettered edge: an "ASS" is the Dutch coin weight's smallest unit, equivalent to 48.042 milligrams. The word "Troyska" comes from the French city of Troyes.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Riksdaler coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Carl XIV Johan (1827-1829), is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .878, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains a significant amount of pure silver, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists who appreciate the historical significance and aesthetic appeal of silver coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1827 CB 610 - - - - - -
1829 CB 409 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Riksdaler - Carl XIV Johan 1827-1829 coin.