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1 Krona

1 Krona - Gustaf VI Adolf

Sweden · 1973

A round base-metal circulation coin featuring the stylized portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf on the obverse and the royal coat of arms with the royal cipher on the reverse.

Country: Sweden
Year: 1973
Denomination: 1 Krona
Metal: Copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)
Grade: Fine to Very Fine (light wear on the high points of the design)

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Overview

A round base-metal circulation coin featuring the stylized portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf on the obverse and the royal coat of arms with the royal cipher on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during the reign of King Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden, representing a standard everyday circulating denomination of the Swedish Krona during the mid-20th century.

Obverse (front)

Features the stylized, abstract profile portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf facing right, surrounded by the legend 'GUSTAF VI ADOLF SVERIGES KONUNG'.

Reverse (back)

Features the crowned lesser coat of arms of Sweden flanked by the denomination '1 KR', the year '1973', and the royal motto 'PLIKTEN FRAMFÖR ALLT'.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 in circulated condition

What drives this coin's value

Overall condition, presence of mint luster, and collector demand for mid-century Scandinavian coinage.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine (light wear on the high points of the design)

Mintage & rarity

Common circulation issue with millions minted.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to its low face value and high mintage, counterfeiting is extremely rare. Standard weight and composition verification is usually sufficient.

Notable varieties & errors

No major rare errors or varieties significantly premium-valued for this specific year.

Similar coins

Other Swedish 1 Krona coins from the same era featuring different monarchs or portraits.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment in standard coin flips or holders. Avoid harsh chemical cleaning to preserve any original mint luster.

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