© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
½ Öre - Karl "Lord Protector" Type II
| Billon (.203 silver) | 1.71 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Regent | Charles IX (1599-1604) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1600-1602 |
| Value | ½ Ore (1⁄96) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Billon (.203 silver) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135247 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Radiant sun with Hebrew letters for "Jehovah" within inner circle. Legend outside with mintmark (angel face)
Lettering:
MONETA NOVA *
יהוה
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Öre - Karl "Lord Protector" (Type II) coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Charles IX, who ruled Sweden from 1599 to 1611. During his reign, Sweden was facing significant economic challenges, including a severe shortage of coinage and a rapidly inflating economy. To address these issues, the king introduced a new coinage system, which included the ½ Öre coin, to help stabilize the economy and promote trade. Despite the challenges of the time, the ½ Öre coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item today.
