© Kungliga Mynt Kabinettet
© Kungliga Mynt Kabinettet
1 Mark "Klippingar" - Johan III Type I
| Silver | 2.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1569-1572 |
| Value | 1 Mark (¼) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.96 g |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#156008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·1· I R ·M·
·S·
Comment
Weight may vary.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Mark "Klippingar" - Johan III (Type I) 1569-1572 from Sweden made of Silver weighing 2.96 g is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Sweden. The coin was introduced during the reign of Johan III, who was instrumental in implementing a new currency system in Sweden, which replaced the old system of bartering with silver and copper coins. The "Klippingar" coin was one of the first coins to be issued under this new system, and it played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in Sweden during this period.
