½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Bust type Ib) 1536-1537 front ½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Bust type Ib) 1536-1537 back
½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Bust type Ib) 1536-1537 photo
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½ Mark - Gustav Vasa Bust type Ib

 
Silver (.625) 6.39 g 29.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1536-1537
Value
½ Mark (⅛)
Currency
Daler (1534-1593)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
6.39 g
Diameter
29.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#107528
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden and small shield with arms of Vasa in center. The crowned shield is within a circle, with legend outside.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SI·DEVS·PRO·NOBIS·QVIS·9·NOS+

Comment

Diameter varies from 26 mm - 30 mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bust type of Gustav Vasa, known as the "Ib" type, which was only used in 1536-1537. This bust type is characterized by a more mature and serious-looking portrait of Gustav Vasa compared to other bust types, and it is considered a rare and valuable variation among collectors.