1 Riksdaler Specie - Carl XIV Johan
| Silver (.750) | 34 g | 38.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XIV John (Karl XIV) (1818-1844) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1831-1842 |
| Value | 1 Riksdaler Specie (8⁄3) |
| Currency | Riksdaler banco (1830-1855) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 34 g |
| Diameter | 38.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
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
1R. SP.
C. B.
18 34
Translation: The love of the people is my reward
Edge
Plain with Lettering
Lettering: 75/100 DELAR FINSILFVER
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Riksdaler Specie coin from Sweden is that it was minted during the reign of King Carl XIV Johan, who was also known as Charles XIV John, and was the King of Sweden and Norway from 1818 to 1844. He was a member of the House of Oldenburg and was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen Sweden's economy and military. The coin, which was minted between 1831 and 1842, features an image of the king on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.750) and weighs 34 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1831 CB | 47303 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1832 CB | 2100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1833 CB | 39040 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1834 CB | 67837 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1835 CB | 330809 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1836 CB | 93227 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1837 CB | 176748 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1838 AG | 833801 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1839 AG | 212020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1840 AG | 68452 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1841 AG | 549188 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1842 AG | 287877 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Riksdaler Specie - Carl XIV Johan 1831-1842 coin.
