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¼ Öre - Kristina Avesta
| Copper | 12.9 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| Queen | Christina (1632-1654) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1654 |
| Value | ¼ Öre (1⁄192) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.9 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Crowned Vasa Arms divides date and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
16 44
1/4 ÖR
Comment
TYPE I has 4 little lozanges on obverse and two rosettes at sides of Vasa Arms on reverseTYPE II has no lozanges no rosettes
Many varieties in size and shape of crowns.
Interesting fact
The ¼ Öre coin from Sweden, featuring Kristina (Avesta) and made of copper, was used as a means of payment during a time of great economic change in Sweden. The coin was introduced during the reign of Queen Kristina, who ruled from 1644 to 1654, and was part of a broader effort to reform the Swedish currency and stabilize the economy. Despite its small denomination, the coin played an important role in facilitating everyday transactions and commerce during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1644 | 4224000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1645 | 940000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1653 | 4454400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1654 | 1750400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Öre - Kristina (Avesta) 1644-1654 coin.
