½ Örtug - Sten Sture the Elder Regency ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Regent | Sten Sture the Elder (1470-1497) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1470-1497 |
| Value | Halv Örtug (½) |
| Currency | Örtug coinage (1364-1521) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#435699 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown inside a beaded circle. Legend outside.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ERICVS REX SCS
Lettering (regular font): ERICVS REX SCS
Translation: King Erik.
Interesting fact
The ½ Örtug coin featuring Sten Sture the Elder (Regency) ND (1470-1497) from Sweden was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to feature a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was known as a "plug" and was added to the coin to prevent it from being counterfeited. The plug was a small piece of silver that was inserted into the coin during the minting process, and it helped to ensure the coin's authenticity. This feature was a pioneering effort in the field of coinage and paved the way for the development of more advanced anti-counterfeiting measures in the future.
