© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
½ Öre - Gustav II Adolf
1615 year| Billon (.203 silver) | 1.62 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1615 |
| Value | ½ Ore (1⁄96) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Billon (.203 silver) |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#167804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Three crowns and value.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Öre - Gustav II Adolf 1615 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country. Gustav II Adolf, also known as Gustavus Adolphus, was the King of Sweden from 1611 until his death in 1632, and during his reign, he implemented a number of significant reforms, including the creation of a new coinage system. The ½ Öre coin was part of this new system and was minted in Billon, a metal alloy composed of copper and silver. Despite its small denomination, the coin was an important part of everyday transactions in Sweden during this time period.
