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1 Daler - Erik XIV
| Silver (.875) | 29.25 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIV (1560-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1561-1568 |
| Value | 1 Daler |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 29.25 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with coat-of-arms of Sweden and inner shield of Vasa arms encircled in a beaded line. A collar is around the shield. King's motto around the rim with date at end
Script: Latin
Lettering: (leaf) + * DEVS * DAT (leaf) * (leaf) CVI * VVLT * 1561 (leaf)
Translation: God gives to whom He wishes
Comment
Two different types of this coin. Variation is in the legend on reverse:TYPE 1: MB# 109,1 legend is that described: + * DEVS * DAT * CVI * VVLT * (year) starting from right of the crown with date at left of crown
TYPE 2: MB# 109,2 legend is + CVI * VVLT * DEVS * DAT * (year) starting from right of crown.
an example of type II:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Daler - Erik XIV 1561-1568 coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver and not a counterfeit. This feature is quite rare in coins from this time period and makes the 1 Daler - Erik XIV 1561-1568 coin a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1561 | 42307 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1562 | 18514 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1563 | 35496 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1565 | 3888 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1566 | 10002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1567 | 11955 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1568 | 58502 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Daler - Erik XIV 1561-1568 coin.
