1⁄16 Riksdaler Specie / 12 Skilling - Oscar I (Pattern strike) 1845 front 1⁄16 Riksdaler Specie / 12 Skilling - Oscar I (Pattern strike) 1845 back
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1⁄16 Riksdaler Specie / 12 Skilling - Oscar I Pattern strike

1845 year
Silver (.750) 2.13 g 17.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Oscar I (1844-1859)
Type
Pattern
Year
1845
Value
1⁄16 Riksdaler Specie = 12 Skilling Rikgälds
Currency
Riksdaler banco (1830-1855)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
2.13 g
Diameter
17.7 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#187253
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned bigger Arms of Sweden surrounded by the Seraphim Order's Chain dividing value at sides. Above is the King's motto; while below, divided by Chain's pendant, is the date and the mintmark.

Lettering:
RÄTT OCH SANNING
·/16R. Sp.
12. SK.
A. G.
1845

Translation: Right and truth

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1⁄16 Riksdaler Specie / 12 Skilling - Oscar I (Pattern strike) 1845 from Sweden is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike and never entered circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.