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1/3 Riksdaler - Carl XIII Type I

Issuer Sweden
Year 1818
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Value ⅓ Riksdaler
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Reverse description The reverse features a semicircular mound or hill surmounted by three royal crowns arranged in a triangular composition, symbolizing the three crowns of Sweden. Below, within a rectangular cartouche on the exergual line, the commemorative date DEN 5 FEBR. / 1818 is inscribed, marking the day of the king's death on 5 February 1818. The circular legend NEDLAGDA FÖR DEN HÖGSTES THRON surrounds the design, translating as 'Laid down before the throne of the Almighty.' The overall design conveys a solemn memorial character befitting this commemorative issue struck to honor the deceased monarch.
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Reverse lettering NEDLAGDA FÖR DEN HÖGSTES THRON
DEN 5 FEBR.
1818
(Translation: Laid down before the throne of the Almighty.)
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Mint Stockholm Mint
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