½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Type IV) 1537 front ½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Type IV) 1537 back
½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Type IV) 1537 photo
© The Coinage Of Sweden 1976

½ Mark - Gustav Vasa Type IV

1537 year
Silver (.625) 6.58 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1537
Value
½ Mark (⅛)
Currency
Daler (1534-1593)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
6.58 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#112086
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

Diameter varies from 26 mm - 30 mm.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Mark - Gustav Vasa (Type IV) 1537 from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letter "G" in the center, which represents the king's name, Gustav Vasa. This shield is located on the reverse side of the coin, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This design element was a distinctive feature of the coins issued during Gustav Vasa's reign and sets them apart from other coins of the time.