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½ Öre - Johan III Type IV
| Billon (.203 silver) | 1.632 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1577-1592 |
| Value | ½ Öre (1⁄64) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Billon (.203 silver) |
| Weight | 1.632 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#61206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Last two digits of date divided by crowned shield with three crowns. Shield is inside a circle with legend outside.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA.NOVA.REG.SVEC(I)
8 4
Translation: New coin of the Kingdom of Sweden
Edge
Plain
Comment
Size may vary from 20 to 22 mm. and weight can vary from 1.32 to 2.03 grams
Type III and IV are quite similar, but type III has different crowns in obverse and reverse and has STOKHOL instead of REG.SVEC on reverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Öre - Johan III (Type IV) coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. Johan III, who ruled Sweden from 1568 to 1592, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction 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 silver and copper. Despite being made of a relatively inexpensive material, the coin still features a detailed design, including an image of Johan III himself on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political changes taking place in Sweden during the late 16th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1578 | 297789 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1579 | 479732 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1580 | 56856 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1581 | 761959 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1582 | 492479 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1583 | 688224 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1584 | 323899 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1585 | 299404 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1588 | 97032 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1590 | 175629 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1592 | 55069661 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 IV) 1577-1592 coin.
