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1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa Västerås mint; type III
| Billon (.266 silver) | 0.99 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1529-1531 |
| Value | 1 Fyrk = ¼ Ore (1⁄72) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.266 silver) |
| Weight | 0.99 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#153320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Big italic "A" with or without circlets at sides within circle. Legend outside with date (if present) at end.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: (flower) MONE°WESTER°ARS°29
Lettering (regular font): (FLOWER) MONE°WESTER°ARS°29
Translation: Coin of (the city of) Västerås
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Fyrk - Gustav Vasa (Västerås mint; type III) 1529-1531 from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify the importance of the king's power and to symbolize the connection between the king and the people. This design element is not found in any other coins of the time, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
