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½ Öre - Johan III Type I
| Billon (.105 silver) | 1.67 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1569-1574 |
| Value | ½ Öre (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Billon (.105 silver) |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#57268 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crown within beaded circle. Legend outside
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON·NO·REG·VRB·STOKHO(L) +
Translation: New coin of the King of the City of Stockholm
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Öre - Johan III (Type I) 1569-1574 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Johan III in 1569, which aimed to stabilize the Swedish economy and simplify trade. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the Swedish coat of arms, symbolized the country's shift towards a more centralized and powerful monarchy. Despite its small denomination, the ½ Öre coin played an important role in everyday transactions and was widely used by the general population.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1569 | 51324 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1570 | 122932 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Öre - Johan III (Type I) 1569-1574 coin.
