½ Öre - Gustav Vasa (Type I) 1528 front ½ Öre - Gustav Vasa (Type I) 1528 back
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½ Öre - Gustav Vasa Type I

1528 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1528
Value
½ Öre (1⁄36)
Currency
Gyllen (1521-1534)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#111624
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Pointed sides shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden within a circle. Legend outside. Date above shield.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Öre - Gustav Vasa (Type I) 1528 coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify the importance of the king's power and to symbolize the connection between the king and the people. This distinctive feature sets the coin apart from other coins of its time and makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.