1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa (Type XI) 1529-1532 (1529-1534) front 1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa (Type XI) 1529-1532 (1529-1534) back
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1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa Type XI

 
Billon (.266 silver) 0.96 g 17.33 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1529-1532 (1529-1534)
Value
1 Fyrk = ¼ Ore (1⁄72)
Currency
Gyllen (1521-1534)
Composition
Billon (.266 silver)
Weight
0.96 g
Diameter
17.33 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#153324
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Big "S" within a beaded circle. Legend outside with date at end

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MONET:STOCKh: 1531

Lettering (regular font): MONET:STOCKH: 1531

Translation: Coin of Stockholm

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa (Type XI) 1529-1532 (1529-1534) coin from Sweden is that it features a unique combination of metals. The coin is made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper, but it also contains a small amount of gold. This makes it a rare and valuable coin among collectors.