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1⁄12 Skilling - Carl XIII

1812 year
Copper 2.4 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XIII (Karl XIII) (1809-1818)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1812
Value
1⁄12 Skilling (1⁄576)
Currency
Fifth riksdaler (1798-1830)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.4 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Thickness
0.85 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#22197
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

Value and date with the three Crowns of Sweden in field.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
-
12
SKILLING
1812

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1⁄12 Skilling - Carl XIII 1812 coin from Sweden was used as a means of payment during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced in 1812, and it was one of the smallest denominations in circulation at that time. Despite its small value, the coin was made of copper, which was a valuable material at the time. The fact that the coin was made of copper and still had a relatively small denomination highlights the economic challenges faced by Sweden during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1812  2880000 - - - - - -

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