© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
1 Fyrk - Gustav II Adolf Nyköping mint; type I
| Copper | 7.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1628-1629 |
| Value | 1 Fyrk = ¼ Ore (1⁄192) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.28 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#158216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Griffin with wings up walking left within circle. Legend outside the circle. Date is below griffin, inside the circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA : NOVA (mm) CVPR : NICOPEN (crown)
Translation: New copper coin of Nykoping
Interesting fact
The 1 Fyrk coin from Sweden, minted in Nyköping in 1628-1629, features an image of King Gustav II Adolf on one side and a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Sweden on the other. The coin was made of copper and weighs 7.28 grams. What's interesting is that this coin was minted during a time of great change in Sweden, as the country was in the midst of a religious conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism. The coin's design reflects this tension, as the image of the king on one side represents the Protestant faith, while the crowned shield with the coat of arms of Sweden on the other side represents the Catholic faith. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the complex religious and political landscape of Sweden during the 17th century.
